TM-9-2350-273-BD M60 M48 Battle Damage Assessment and Repair Download
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TM 9-2350-273-BD ARMAMENT AND FIRE CONTROL SYSTEMS Procedural Steps (Cont): 2. Remove leaf spring assembly from closing mechanism assembly by driving the retaining pins from each end. 3. Reassemble springs, placing as many unbroken springs as possible between broken springs. 4. Install leaf spring assembly and retaining pins in breech closing mechanism. 5. Install breech closing mechanism in breech spring assembly. 6. Adjust spring tension by turning spring tension adjuster toward breech end of main gun with spanner wrench until click is heard. 7. Record the BDAR action taken. When the mission is completed, as as practicable, repair tank using standard maintenance procedures. 10-7. GUN DOES NOT FIRE; GUN DOES NOT RETURN TO “BATTERY” General Information: If the main gun does not return to “battery” after firing, the firing circuit will be open causing a failure to fire from any trigger, switch, or position. Limitations: Personnel/Time Required: ● 2 soldier ● 4-10 minutes 10-12