Table 5.12 Launcher Components PMCS - Forward and Rear Carriage

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Table 5.12 Launcher Components PMCS - Forward and Rear Carriage

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PROCEDURES

REMARKS

Equipment is not

a. Examine the rear carriage locking mechanism (A) for

ready/available for use,

damage.

if damage or defects

b. Check the carriage support rollers (B) for signs of

are found while

damage and for freedom to rotate.

carrying out steps a. to

c. Check the top roller rope guides (C) for independent

movement from the outer rollers.

d. Check the side rollers (D) for damage and for freedom

to rotate.

e. Check that the pulley blocks (E) are free to rotate and

that they are not damaged.

f. Check the operation of the shoot bolts (F).

g. Check that the top pulley carrier (G) is free to rotate.

h. Examine the bridge lifting slings (H) for small cuts to

the outer sleeve.

i. Check the security of the sling retaining pins (J).

j. Check the security and free movement of the carriage

latch.

k. Check the security of the winch rope termination pin.

l. Check the frame for damage and cracks.

m. Check all components for damage to protective paint

film.

n. Check carriage rope wear pads.

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