Visual Inspection. Annotate all defects on inspection records.

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(2) Clean interior and exterior surfaces of container. Use any process or combination of processes which will

accomplish thorough cleaning without damage to the container to TM 38-230-1 for information on cleaning and

preservation and shipping containers.

WARNING

PAINT REMOVER

Contact with paint remover may be hazardous. Prolonged exposure may cause

burning, irritation or difficulty breathing. Use paint remover only with adequate

ventilation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or Clothing. in case of contact,

immediately flush with plenty of water. Flush eyes with water holding eyelids

open.

(3) Remove paint scale and rus t. (Refer to TM 38-230-1)

c. Visual Inspection. Annotate all defects on inspection records.

(1) Check interior and exterior of container for dents, tears, cracks, defective welds and other defects. Dents

approximately 3/4 inch or less deep that do not penetrate skin or weaken structure are acceptable and are not considered

defects. (See paragraph 5a, b, c, e.).

(2) Check inner frame for bends and cracks. (See paragraph 5g) (Fig. 2)

(3) Check mounting brackets for bends and cracks. (See paragrap h 5f) (Fig. 4)

(4) Check wire basket for defective tack welds. (See paragraph 5d) (Fig. 4)

(5) Visually inspect desiccant port covers/assemblies. If damaged/unserviceable, replace with new. Reinstall

desiccant port cover/assembly. (See paragraph 5i)

(6) Inspect vibration dampener mounts for defects, such as crackling, tearing or evidence of separation of

bonding between metal and elastomer, which may affect the function of the mount. Note date of manufacture. (See