Remove - TM-5-5420-279-230562

TM 5-5420-279-23

Remove

NOTE

Links 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11 are not standard links. Link identification is marked on the inside

face.

(1)

Insert a suitable small screwdriver under either slot on the link plate (2) and lever

downwards.

(2)

The link plate (2) will unlock and can be removed.

(3)

The side plates (3) and separator (4) can be removed and replaced as required.

(4)

Replace damaged link plates (2), side plates (3) and separators (4) with new items.

Install

NOTE

It may be necessary to release one end of the energy chain being repaired to allow enough

slack in the chain when installing a link. Trace the energy chain to its last link (5 or 6) and

remove its mounting bolts.

(1)

Position the side plates (3) with the lugs facing inwards.

(2)

Place the first link plate (2) on the side plate (3) lugs. Press the link plate (2) downwards

until it snaps into the locked position.

(3)

Position a separator (4) in the center of the link plate (2).

(4)

Place the second link plate (2) on the side plate (3) lugs; ensure that the separator (4) is

correctly located.

(5)

Press the link plate (2) downwards until it snaps into the locked position.

(6)

The end plate (6) is used to attach one end of the energy chain to a static point such as the

vehicle chassis.

(7)

The end plate (5) is used to attach one end of the energy chain to a mobile assembly.

(8)

The end plates (5) and (6) are attached to their mounting points with nuts and bolts.

(9)

Fit the energy chain to its mountings if it was removed earlier.