TM 5-6675-250-20
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Table 2-3.
Troubleshooting
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M A L F U N C T I ON
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Step 2. Check for excessive clamping in tripod pivot (1).
Loosen screws (2) slightly to relieve tension.
Step 3. Check for structural damage to the leg assemblies.
a. Spread and retract leg assembly (1). If pivot action is not smooth
replace the leg assembly .
b. Remove four screws (2) and pivot cap (3).
c. Remove tripod leg assembly (4).
d. Apply a film of silicone grease, MIL-S-8660, item 7, Appendix C, to
pivot pin of new leg (4).
e. Wipe excess grease from the leg assembly using a clean cloth.
f. Position leg assembly (4) by base (5) and install rectangular nut (6)
and pivot cap (3) under pivot pin located on upper portion of leg
assembly using four screws (2).
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