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FRAME.
11-10. PINTLE MAINTENANCE (M915 THRU M917 AND M920) (Continued).
LOCATION/lTEM
ACTION
REMARKS
A. REMOVAL (Continued).
3. Two capscrews (8),
a. Unscrew and remove.
washers (10), nuts (11).
b. Remove two brackets (9).
B. CLEANING AND INSPECTION.
4. Cotter pin (6).
Remove from hook assembly
Check that chain (7) is
(5) and spread jaws.
securely riveted to hook
assembly (5) and that links
are not damaged.
5. All parts.
Clean and lubricate with
diesel fuel or suitable light
oil. inspect for signs of
damage or wear and replace
as necessary.
C. INSTALLATION.
6. Two brackets (9).
Hold in position.
7. Two capscrews (8),
Screw in loosely.
Insure grease fittings face
washers (10) and nuts (11).
down.
8. Hook assembly (5).
Push through bracket (9)
from back end.
9. Spacer (3) and slotted
Screw on loosely.
nut (2).
10. Two capscrews (8) and
Tighten.
nuts(11).
D. LUBRICATION AND ADJUSTMENT.
11. Cotter pin (6)
Install in hook assembly (5).
12. Four grease fittings (4).
Apply grease with grease gun.
13. Slotted nut (2).
a. Tighten until pintle hook
binds when turned.
b. Loosen just until hook
turns with some resistance.
14. New cotter pin (1).
a. Insert to hold slotted nut
(2) in place.
b. Spread ends.
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