TM 9-6115-624-BD
c.
Materials/tools.
Welding equipment
Elastic cords
Wire or rope (item 12, 33, or 34, appx c)
BII tiedown straps
d.
Procedural Steps.
(1)
Option 1. If bracket is broken off at the base metal, with component mounting holes unaffected, reweld
in place (figure 3-3). Mounting holes may be elongated to compensate for misalignment of attaching
item.
(2)
Option 2. If the bracket mounting holes cannot be used because of stripped threads or broken bolts
cannot be removed, weld the bracket to the location.
(3)
Option 3. If brackets cannot be welded or bolted, tie the component in place using rope, commo wire,
Bungee cords or BII straps.
Record the BDAR action taken. When the mission is completed, as soon as practicable, repair the generator using
standard maintenance procedures.
Figure 3-3. Bracket Broken.
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