TM 5-6675-306-14
NOTE
(4) Replace all defective parts that cannot be
Tripod base wrench (fig. 5-1) required to remove and install
repaired.
center nut (2) and lock nut (6).
e. Reassembly.
Refer
to
and
1 Setscrew
6. Screw
reassemble the base plate.
2. Center nut
7. Lock ring
3. Spring plate
8. Lock nut
f. Installation.
4 Lock nut
9. Pad
5. Base plate
(1) Refer to figure 5-2 and install the base plate.
d.
Cleaning, inspection, and repair.
assembly.
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent, P-D-680, used to
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Footscrews
clean parts is potentially dangerous to
personnel and property. Avoid repeated
a General Three footscrews are used to level the
and prolonged skin contact. Do not use
theodolite.
near open flame or excessive heat.
Flash point of solvent is 1000 F.-138 0
b. Removal.
F. (38 0 C.-59 C.)
(1) Clean all parts with an approved cleaning
assembly.
solvent and dry thoroughly.
(2) Refer to figure 5-2 and remove the base plate.
(2) Inspect the base plate and the spring plate for
dents, cracks, breaks, and burrs. Inspect all threaded
(3) Refer to figure 5-3 and remove the footscrews.
parts and hardware for worn or damaged threads.
c. Disassembly.
Refer
to
and
(3) Remove all burrs and dents.
disassemble the footscrews.
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