SUMMARY OF COLLINS GOODRICH DE-ICE MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE:
Regular visual and pressure inspections:
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A detailed inspection of the surface of the De-Ice Boots to detect microcracks (pinholes), cuts, peeling edges, or damaged seams.
Preventive surface protection:
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Application of approved cosmetic and protective products that prevent rubber aging.
Cleaning and degreasing:
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Removal of operational dirt, oil, and fuel residues using approved chemical cleaners to prevent material degradation.
REPAIR:
Repairs are classified according to the extent of damage and are performed either on-site or require complete replacement of the part:
1. Permitted repairs (within limits per CMM)
If the damage does not exceed 4" × 9" and does not penetrate the bottom fabric layer, the following is performed:
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Pinhole repairs: Sealing of small punctures (4.2 mm).
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Patching (Small, Medium, Large): Application of repair patches.
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Labor Rate: 45 EUR / hour
2. Irreparable damage (Requiring replacement)
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Cuts, tears, or punctures that penetrate through the bottom fabric layer (bondside fabric layer).
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Damaged or broken structural seams and threads (broken stitch/thread).
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Damage to a continuous area exceeding 4" × 9".
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Labor Rate: 45 EUR / hour.
