TM 9-243
USING AN ALIGNMENT PUNCH
NOTE
The following procedure is for using
an alignment punch. This tool,
unlike others, has only one basic
use.
1
Select a punch having a smaller diameter than the
smallest hole (1) to be aligned.
2
Insert tip of punch (2) through hole in part A using
only hand pressure, and move punch and part A
until you can get the tip of the punch into part B.
3 Hold the assembled parts while you remove the
punch. Proper use of an alignment punch prevents
damaging threaded parts.
4 Place screw in alined holes and tighten.
CARE OF PUNCHES
1. Clean punches with a clean rag after each use.
2. Apply a light coat of oil before storing.
3. Store punches in racks, tool rolls, or in your tool box
so that the edges will not be damaged.
4. Replace punches that have mushroomed ends.
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