TM-9-2350-358-BD M109A6 Battlefield Damage Assessment and Repair Download
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TM 9-2350-358-BD 3-9. CONNECTOR PIN, BROKEN, DAMAGED, OR MISSING - CONTINUED Option 3 Limitations: None Personnel/Time Required: • 1 soldier • 0.2 hour Materials/Tools: Nail, paper clip, or welding rods (dependent upon diameter of pin replacement being made) (scavenge from available source) Procedural Steps: CAUTION Due to high amperage in some electrical circuits, arcing may occur. This procedure could cause further damage to equipment. Use this procedure as a last resort. 1. Turn off MASTER power switch. 2. Identify connector pin damaged. 3. Remove damaged pin, if necessary. 4. Cut required material to length as needed. 5. Insert material in female end of connector. 6. Ensure replacement pin is in alignment and not touching other pins and reconnect connector. 7. Record BDAR action taken. When mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system using standard maintenance procedures. 3-10. WIRES, BROKEN Broken wires can be spliced several different ways to restore an electrical circuit. The available tools and materials will determine the method used. Soldered connections conduct current the best and should be used whenever possible. 3-8