Table 5.13 Launcher Components PMCS

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Table 5.13 Launcher Components PMCS - Slide Frame

Fig No

PROCEDURES

REMARKS

Equipment is not

a. Examine the hydraulic cylinders (A) for leaks.

ready/available for use,

b. Examine the hydraulic hoses (B) for damage and

if damage or defects

check the security of the clipping.

are found while

c. Check all cylinder and pivot locking plate fasteners for

carrying out steps a. to

tightness.

d. Check all cross beam fasteners (C) for tightness.

e. Check upper slide frame mounts for tightness and

washer stack damage.

f. Examine the shoot bolt (D) operation and the condition

of the pin. Check brackets for damage and corrosion.

g. Examine the twist locks (E) for security.

h. Check the tilt roller shoot bolt (F) for wear and

operation in stowed and deployed position.

i. Check the tilt roller pivot for free movement and wear.

j. Check the tilt roller support (G) for free movement.

k. Check the tilt roller cylinders and hoses for leaks and

damage to hoses.

l. Check the tilt roller assembly slide pads for wear. If the

gap between the inner slide and the outer post welded

back plate is more than 1/20 inch (1.25 mm) replace all

wear pads.

m. Examine the wear pads and stop plugs (J), on the

slide frame sections 2 and 3.

n. Check the lifting and lashing points for damage and

weld cracks.

o. Check the operation and setting of the limit switch (H).

p. Check all components for damage to protective paint

film.

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