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(9) Using finishing tap and tap handle, slowly thread tap in and out of tapped hole.
WARNING
l
Compressed air can blow dust into the eyes. Wear eye protection, Do not exceed
30 psi (207 kPa) air pressure.
l
Dry cleaning solvent AA711, Types I and II, are highly toxic and can ignite organic
materials, nitrates, carbides, and chlorates. Wear eye, skin and respiratory protec-
tion. Use in a well ventilated area.
(10) Using compressed air, blow out dirt and any loose metal chips in tapped hole.
(11) Use wiping rag dampened with cleaning solvent to clean tapped hole.
(12) If threads can not be restored or excessive damage exists, proceed to para. e below. If threads
are not damaged, proceed to para. f below.
e. Oversizing insert pilot holes. (Refer to Figure 2-5.)
NOTE
All sizes for tools and threaded inserts depend on original bolt size. Refer to repair kit
for proper drill and tap sizes.
(1) Using drill (1) bore out damaged threads (2) to original depth.
WARNING
Compressed air can blow into the eyes. Wear eye protection. Do not exceed 30 psi (207
kPa) air pressure.
(2) Clean newly bored hole using compressed air.
(3) Lubricate thread cutting tap (3).
(4) Using tap handle and tap, cut new threads.
WARNING
l
Compressed air can blow dust into the eyes. Wear eye protection. Do not exceed
30 psi (207 kPa) air pressure.
l
Cleaning solvents can be highly toxic and can ignite organic materials, nitrates,
carbides and chlorates. Wear eye, skin and respiratory protection. Use in a well
ventilated area.
(5) Using compressed air, blow out dirt and any loose metal chips in threads.
(6) Using wiping rag dampened with cleaning solvent clean hole.
Figure 2-5. Insert Pilot Hole
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