TM 11-7440-293-14
4-91. REMOVING EXTERNAL GROUNDING ROD.
This task covers:
Removal
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Personnel Required
Flat-tip screwdriver
One mechanic
8-pound sledge hammer
Pliers
Equipment Condition
Materials/Parts
Ground rod installed.
None
ACTION
LOCATION
ITEM
REMARKS
1. Roadside,
Wingnut (1), IT
Using pliers, remove.
lower gusset
Iockwasher (2) and
10-foot grounding
strap (3)
2.
IT Iockwasher (2)
Using pliers, install.
and wingnut (1)
3. Grounding rod
Screws (4) and
Using flat tip screwdriver, loosen.
ground rod
clamp (5)
4. Outside of
Grounding rod (6)
Using 8-pound sledge hammer, remove.
vehicle
Hit grounding rod from side to
side. Pour water over grounding rod
to soften ground. Continue to hit and
pour water over grounding rod until it
can be pulled from ground.
NOTE
The grounding rod comes in three sections. Uncouple three
sections and place in canvas bag with 10-foot ground
strap and ground rod clamp. Store under radio mount. See
kit.
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