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 TM 55-1905-242-14
0163 00
REPAIR (continued)
1.
Remove all water and contamination from the void(s) to ascertain where the damage is located. If the damage is below the
waterline, the vessel may have to be beached or drydocked before performing repairs.
2.
Don protective goggles, face shield, and gloves. Roll sleeves down to cover all exposed skin.
3.
Prepare the area for repair by removing paint, rust, and contamination.
! CAUTION
Improper connection of ground leads can cause serious electrolytic and electronic
damage to the vessel and its components. Always ensure that ground leads are con-
nected in accordance with TB 55-1900-204-24.
4.
Repair the damage by welding and/or patching the area. Replace damaged areas as necessary. The nature of the repair
will necessarily depend upon the nature of the damage.
5.
Chip and grind the welds as required.
6.
Prime and paint the repaired area in accordance with TB 43-0144. If the voids are damaged due to heavy rust, the entire
void should be sandblasted to bare metal, primed, and painted in accordance with TB 43-0144.
6.
Remove the confined space entry permit if posted.
END OF WORK PACKAGE
0163 00-2
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