TM 10-6640-215-13
4-16.
REMOVE/INSTALL LIGHT BALLAST.
This task covers:
a.
Removal
b.
Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools Required
General Mechanics Tool Kit, (Appendix B, Section III, Item 2)
Materials/Parts Required
Lockwashers, (Appendix F)
Equipment Condition
Power to lights turned OFF by placing AICB9, AICB11, and ABCB13 in the OFF position at
Main Power Panel.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Before performing any maintenance actions on electrical equipment, ensure all electrical power
has been turned off. Death or serious injury may occur from failure to do this.
REMOVAL
Remove Ballast. See figure 4-5.
a.
Remove four captive screws and remove diffuser.
NOTE
There are three ballast, one for each bulb in the light fixture. Two are located at one end of the
fixture and one at the opposite end. The single ballast may be identified by the location of the
single starter.
b.
Remove four nuts, lockwashers and remove ballast cover.
c.
Tag electrical wires for reconnection and disconnect from ballast.
NOTE
If wires are connected with clinched wire nuts, use pliers with side cutter to disconnect.
INSTALLATION
Install Ballast. See figure 4-5.
a.
Replace new ballast in light fixture and connect electrically using wire nuts.
b.
Fasten ballast cover in place with four nuts and lock washers.
c.
Tighten ballast cover nuts.
d.
Fasten diffuser in place with four captive screws.
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