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TM 5-4320-308-13
4-10. REPAIR GROUND ROD
This task covers:
a.
Cleaning/Inspection
b.
Repair
INITIAL SETUP
Materials/Parts
Equipment
Condition
Diesel fuel oil (Item 4, Appendix E)
Para
Condition Description
2-1
Ground rod removed from
storage container.
General Safety Instructions
Well-ventilated area required.
CLEANING/INSPECTION:
WARNING
Death or serious injury could occur if fuel is not handled carefully. Use in a well-ventilated area
away from open flame, arcing equipment, ignition sources, heaters, or excessive heat. Always
store fuel in proper, marked containers. DO NOT SMOKE.
Death or serious injury could occur if compressed air is directed against the skin. Do not use
compressed air for cleaning or drying unless the pressure is/has been reduced to 30 psi (2.06 bar)
or less. When working with compressed air always use chip guards, eye protection, and other
personal protective equipment.
1
Clean ground lug terminal (1), ground cable (2), rod clamp (3), and
grounding rod (4) with clean diesel fuel and dry with compressed air.
2
Inspect components for cracks, score marks, burrs, signs of deterioration,
and obvious damage.
REPAIR:
If parts are not repairable, replace.
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