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TM 9-2320-356-BD
Limitations:
o Possible reduced cooling
Personnel/Time Required:
o 1 soldier
o 30-60 minutes
Procedural Steps:
1.
Gain access to radiator.
Materials/Tools:
o Side cutters
o Epoxy or solder
2.
3.
4.
Inspect the radiator to pinpoint the leak.
Drain the coolant.
Use side cutters and cut or break away the cooling fins from the coolant tubes.
1 to 2 inches each side of the leak.
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5.
Cut the coolant tube at the leak, taking care not to tear or puncture the other
tubes.
6.
Squeeze the tube ends together and fold each end over on itself approximately
1/2 inch.
7.
If epoxy or solder is available, seal the coolant tube ends.
8.
If no epoxy or solder is available, fold the tube once more, 1/2 inch, to
restrict the coolant leaks.
9.
Refill the coolant and check for leaks.
10. Record the BDAR action taken.
When the mission is completed, as soon as
practicable,
repair using standard maintenance procedures.
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