TM 10-4330-232-12&P
4-22.
Grounding Rod Assembly.
This task covers:
a.
Repair
b.
Replace
INITIAL SETUP
Tools:
Materials/Parts:
General Mechanic's Tool Kit (Item 1, Appendix B)
Locknut (Appendix F)
a.
Repair. (figure 4-17)
(1)
Loosen screw (1) and remove strap (2) from clamp (3).
(2)
Remove locknut (4) and screw (5) and remove clamp (3).
(3)
Remove grounding rods (6) from frame (7).
(4)
Loosen screw (8) and remove strap (2) and clamp (9) from grounding rods (6).
(5)
Inspect grounding rods (6) and replace if threads are stripped or rods (6) are bent or otherwise damaged.
(6)
Inspect strap (2) and replace if wires are frayed, broken or otherwise damaged.
(7)
Inspect clamps (3) and (9) and replace if cracked or otherwise damaged.
(8)
Install clamp (9) on rods (6), insert strap (2) in clamp (9) and tighten screw (8).
(9)
Install clamp (3) and secure with screw (5) and nut (4).
(10)
Install rods (6) on frame (7).
(11)
Install strap (2) in clamp (3) and tighten screw (1).
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