Tap Test of the Radome

TASK 53-15-11-700-002-A
Tap Test of the Radome

ZONE: 110

1. Reason for the Job
Self explanatory
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment

REFERENCE	QTY	DESIGNATION
No specific	AR	ACCESS PLATFORM 5M (16 FT)- ADJUSTABLE
No specific	AR	MARKER - CHALK, STICK

B. Work Zones and Access Panels

ZONE/ACCESS	ZONE DESCRIPTION
110	RADOME (NOSE CONE TO FR 1)

C. Referenced Information

REFERENCE	DESIGNATION
TASK 53-15-11-010-001-A	Opening of the Radome
TASK 53-15-11-410-001-A	Closing of the Radome
NTM 511003

3. Job Set-up
Subtask 53-15-11-941-060-A

A. Get Access
(1) Put the ACCESS PLATFORM 5M (16 FT)- ADJUSTABLE in position at zone 110.
(2) If necessary, open the radome (Ref. AMM TASK 53-15-11-010-001).

4. Procedure
Subtask 53-15-11-750-050-A

CAUTION: TAP THE SURFACE OF THE COMPONENT LIGHTLY. IF YOU APPLY TOO MUCH FORCE, YOU CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE RADOME.

A. Tap Test

NOTE: If a boot is installed, it is not necessary to remove the boot from the radome to do the tap test.

(1) Refer to NTM 511003.
(2) Identify the damage area on the aircraft skin with the MARKER - CHALK, STICK.

5. Close-up
Subtask 53-15-11-860-050-A

A. Close Access
(1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
(2) If necessary, close the radome (Ref. AMM TASK 53-15-11-410-001).
(3) Remove the ground support and maintenance equipment, the special and standard tools and all other items.
(4) Remove the access platform(s).

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