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Table 2-1. Operator Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Cont).
Interval
Item
Item to be Inspected.
Equipment Will Be
No.
B
D
A
Q
Procedure
Reported Not Ready If
UMBILICAL HOSE/AIR SUPPLY WHIP
ASSEMBLIES (Cont)
25.
Whip Assembly
NOTE
Accomplish annually from three years through
burst test failure.
•
•
a.
Visually inspect the assemblies for loose,
damaged and corroded hose clamps. Tighten
affected hose clamps as required. Notify your
supervisor if damage is found.
WARNING
If the visual inspection indicates weakening of the
hose or couplings, or otherwise renders the hose
suspect, the hose shall be retired from service.
•
•
b.
Visually inspect the hose assemblies for loose or
Inspection reveals any of the
slipped couplings, deterioration of the outer hose
defects sighted above or
covering, abrasion or chafing damage, soft spots
any defect that renders the
or bulges, cuts and tears.
helmet inoperable.
26.
Air Hose Assembly
•
•
a.
Visually inspect the assemblies for loose,
damaged and corroded hose clamps.
Tighten
affected hose clamps as required.
Notify your
supervisor if damage is found.
WARNING
If the visual inspection indicates weakening of the
hose or couplings, or otherwise renders the hose
suspect, the hose shall be retired from service.
•
•
b.
Visually inspect the hose assemblies for loose or
Inspection reveals any of the
slipped couplings, deterioration of the outer hose
defects sighted above or
covering, abrasion or chafing damage, soft spots
any defect that renders the
or bulges, cuts and tears.
helmet inoperable.
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