TM 9-2320-209-34-2-1 c. Cleaning. WARNING Do not use a wire brush or compressed air dust on brakeshoes which can be dangerous to your health if you breathe it in. (1) Clean dirt or mud from brakeshoes using a brush and water. WARNING Dry cleaning solvent is flammable. Do not use near an open flame. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby when solvent is used. Use only in well- ventilated places. Failure to do this may result in injury to personnel and damage to equipment. (2) To take off any oil or grease from brakeshoes, use dry cleaning solvent. d. Inspection and Repair. FRAME 1 1. Check that brakeshoes have no cracks in faces (1) or webs (2). 2. Check that brakeshoes have no warping or flat spots on faces (1) and that rivet holes (3) are not ragged or out-of-round. 3. Check that face (1) does not have oil or grease on it. 4. If brakeshoe is damaged, get a new one. END OF TASK 12-3
