2-12.
Operation in Salt Water Areas
The corrosive effect of salt water and salt water spray is
very extensive. When operating in salt water areas,
observe the following:
a.
When exposed to salt water, rinse the track
drill with fresh water as soon as possible and dry
thoroughly.
b.
Keep all machined surfaces coated with
preservative lubricating oil.
c.
Refer to LO 5-3820-241-12 and lubricate
the rock at more frequent intervals.
2-13.
Operation in Snow
a.
Remove all ice and snow from the controls
to assure proper operation of controls.
b.
Preserve the equipment in a similar manner
as outlined in paragraph 2-11.
2-14.
Operation in Mud
a.
Keep crawler tracks free of mud.
b.
Preserve the equipment in a similar manner
as outlined in paragraph 2-11.
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