edges. Check the tamper-dot on the locking screw.
If it is broken, tighten it and apply a new tamper-
dot to the screwhead using lacquer (TT-L-32,
11136, insignia red) or equivalent. Remove sand
or any dirt from the mechanism using an air hose
to blow it out at not more than 50 psi pressure.
Wipe dirt and grease from fittings with a clean
rag. Do not lubricate the fittings. Replace all
damaged fittings.
2. With the canopy quick-release fitting
locking cover plate held in the open position,
insert a torquemeter into the hexagonal cavity
located on either end of the knurled locking-lever
shaft. With the canopy quick-release fitting
locking cover plate held in the open position,
rotate the knurled lever shaft until it reaches the
stop. Record the torque reading. The allowable
torque is 28 to 50 ounce-inches. All canopy quick-
release fittings that do not meet torque test
requirements must be replaced.
3. Inspect all other hardware for signs of
corrosion, pitting, ease of operation, security of
attachment, bends, dents, nicks, burrs and sharp
edges. Make sure that the rollers in the roller yokes
turn freely. If you find any parts damaged,
forward the riser or harness assembly to supply
for screening.
NOTE: Hardware that has been rejected
is forwarded to the Commanding Officer,
Naval Weapons Center, China Lake.
California, Attention: Code END, 4.
Cross-Connector Strap Inspection
Inspect the cross-connector strap(s) for signs
of contamination, cuts, fraying, burns, and loose
or broken stitching. If you find any damage,
dispose of them locally, and replace them in
accordance with applicable rigging and packing
procedures.
RIPCORD ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
The ripcord was inspected before the para-
chute was unpacked. Now it is inspected again.
To inspect the ripcord assembly, examine the
following:
1. Inspect the ripcord handle. Examine the
cable and locking pins for signs of corrosion,
bends, dents, cracks, loose swage joints, and
breaks. If damaged, dispose of it locally.
2. Inspect the ripcord housing for signs of
corrosion, bends, dents, and for security of
attachment. If any damage is found, replace the
housing.
3. Inspect the ripcord housing release clamp
and baseplate for signs of corrosion, bends, dents,
cracks and security of attachment.
4. Inspect the ripcord housing release lanyard
and guide for signs of contamination, tears,
fraying, loose or broken stitches, cuts, burns,
correct length and security of attachment.
5. If you find any loose or damaged tackings,
they must be replaced.
Ripcord Handle Pocket Inspection
Inspect the ripcord handle pocket for signs of
contamination, cuts, tears, burns, fraying, and
loose or broken stitches. If such damage is found,
the pocket is replaced. You have an option on how
the new pocket can be installed. You may install
a new pocket by machine stitching, using nylon
thread, size E (V-T-295), or by whip stitching,
using waxed nylon 6-cord, type I, doubled,
stitches being 3/8-inch apart.
Ripcord Handle Clip Inspection
To inspect the ripcord handle clip, you should
do the following:
1. Examine the clip for corrosion, sharp
edges, bends, twists, and dents. Examine the
webbing for contamination, fraying, loose or
broken stitching, cuts and burns. Replace any
damaged stitching. If other damage exists, replace
webbing and/or clip.
2. If any maintenance is performed on the
clip, repeat the pull-force test outlined in
NAVAIR 13-600-4-6-3 and described earlier in
this chapter.
CONTAINER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
When you inspect the container assembly,
examine all flaps, locking cones, and grommets,
spring opening bands, and tackings; checking
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