CONTINUOUS MOTION BREECH MECHANISM.
Fig. 23.
Q. Point out or describe the location of the following parts of the 5" R.F. breech mechanism:
Block-carrier.
Hinge-pin.
Spindle-key.
Latch-bolt.
Latch-lever.
Lever.
Pinion.
Breech-block.
Gear-segment.
Vent-bushing (copper).
Exterior split ring (front).
Exterior split ring (rear).
Interior split ring.
Gas-check pad.
Filling-in disc.
Tripping-stud.
Latch-bolt seat.
Slide-housing.
Slide-stop.
Slide.
Slide-handle.
Contact-plate.
Firing-leaf.
Circuit-breaker housing.
Circuit-breaker spring.
Circuit-breaker contact-pin.
Firing-cable.
A. See Figs. 24 and 25.
Q. Point out or describe the following parts of the 4·7-inch quick-firing breech mechanism: Carrier-link, spindle, hand-locking lever, firing-pin, spring-catch, sliding-block, retaining-nut, bolt.
A. See Figs. 26 and 27.