TM-9-2350-358-BD M109A6 Battlefield Damage Assessment and Repair Download
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TM 9-2350-358-BD 6-9. RADIATOR LEAKING - CONTINUED 5. Scrape or rough up the damaged surface. WARNING Adhesives, solvents, and sealing compounds can burn easily, can give off harmful vapors, and are harmful to skin and clothing. To avoid Injury or death, keep away from open fire and use it in well- ventilated area. If adhesive, solvent, or sealing compound gets on skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. 6. Mix epoxy according to kit instructions and fill the hole with the mixture. Work the epoxy well into the crack. 7. Allow the epoxy to cure. A heat lamp will speed the curing. 8. Reinstall coolant and check for leaks. 9. Record the BDAR action taken. When mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system using standard maintenance procedures. Option 3: Core Punctured Limitations: Possible reduced cooling Personnel/Time Required: • 1 soldier • 0.5-1.0 hour Materials/Tools: • Side cutters (found in M2/3 generic BDR kit, Section III, Appendix C) • Epoxy, adhesive or solder (item 2 or 58, Appendix C) 6-11