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 TM 55-1905-223-24-15
(4) Remove chain link secured to chain locker bulkhead as follows:
(a) Remove screws (17) securing retaining seal plate (4).
(b) Remove plate (4) and gasket (5).
(c) Remove straight headless pin (6) from chain link.
(5) Completely pay out remaining links of chain from chain locker.
(6) Remove towing bridle (9) from its storage and place with anchor chain for inspection.
REPAIR
a. Repair Ropes.
(1) Inspect ropes for evidence of fraying, chafing, glazing, or mildew.
NOTE
Limits of acceptable rope damage are found in Marine Crewman's Handbook, FM 55-501.
(2) Replace any rope not meeting specifications required.
b. Repair Bow Anchor.
(1) Inspect shackle, swivel, and detachable link for metal friction wear, corrosion, or other physical damage.
Replace if metal wear exceeds 5% of total metal, or corrosion is deeper than 5% of thickness of part.
Using caliper set micrometer, measure outside diameter of part or chain. If wear is 5% or more of outside
diameter, part or chain should be replaced. Replace any damaged parts. Sandpaper, clean with solvent,
and paint corroded areas.
NOTE
Be sure the swivel has sufficient grease for proper lubrication.
(2) Inspect the anchor for corrosion or other physical damage as follows:
NOTE
Be sure the flukes pivot area has sufficient grease for proper lubrication.
(a) Inspect flukes for point breakage.
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