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ELECTRICAL GENERAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND WIRING - CONTINUED
Cleaning Electrical Components.
2.
WARNING
Solvent cleaning compound MIL-PRF-680 Type III is an environmentally compliant and low toxic
material. However, it may be irritating to the eyes and skin. Use protective gloves and goggles. Use in
well-ventilated areas. Keep away from open flames and other sources of ignition.
Particles blown by compressed air are hazardous. DO NOT exceed 15 psi (103 kPa) nozzle pressure
when drying parts with compressed air. Use a maximum of 30 psi (207 kPa) when cleaning compo-
nents. DO NOT direct compressed air against human skin. Failure to follow this warning may cause
injury or death. Make sure air stream is directed away from user and other personnel in the area. To pre-
vent injury, user must wear protective goggles or face shield.
CAUTION
Do not use a wire brush or any metal tool to remove corrosion from a connector shell, receptacle or pin. This
could scratch the surface plating and cause corrosion in the metal below.
a.
Clean off oil, grease and any dirt from cable harnesses and parts other than connectors with solvent cleaning com-
pound and non-metallic brush or lint-free cloth. Be sure to cover clean parts with dust caps, plugs or lint-free
cloths.
b.
Wipe up wet or damp places. Take steps to keep water away from electrical components.
c.
Dry the connector and receptacle to be cleaned either in open air or with air heat gun.
WARNING
Solvent cleaning compound MIL-PRF-680 Type III is an environmentally compliant and low toxic
material. However, it may be irritating to the eyes and skin. Use protective gloves and goggles. Use in
well-ventilated areas. Keep away from open flames and other sources of ignition.
Particles blown by compressed air are hazardous. DO NOT exceed 15 psi (103 kPa) nozzle pressure
when drying parts with compressed air. Use a maximum of 30 psi (207 kPa) when cleaning compo-
nents. DO NOT direct compressed air against human skin. Failure to follow this warning may cause
injury or death. Make sure air stream is directed away from user and other personnel in the area. To pre-
vent injury, user must wear protective goggles or face shield.
d.
Remove any corrosion and other contaminants inside the connector or receptacle with solvent cleaning compound
on a pipe cleaner, acid swabbing brush or cotton swab. Remove external corrosion by scrubbing with aluminum
abrasive material.
e.
Put about one ounce of solvent cleaning compound for each connector being cleaned, in an applicator bottle. Wash
the connector shell and pins with compound. Hold connector with openings for pins (sockets) pointed slightly
downward, when possible, while spraying compound into socket openings. This will rinse away loose corrosion
products, dirt and other contaminants.
f.
Wipe away any excess spray with a lint-free cloth.
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