ML19323J025

LER 80-011/03L-1:on 800508,following Shutdown,Broken Saddle Clamp Bolt Found on Hydraulic Snubber Hanger 490002.Caused by Fatigue & High Impact Loading.Bolts Replaced W/High Strength Bolts for High Temp Svc

ML19323J025
Person / Time
Site:	Millstone
Issue date:	06/06/1980
From:	Clement C NORTHEAST NUCLEAR ENERGY CO.
To:	NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION I)
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References
LER-80-011-03L, LER-80-11-3L, NUDOCS 8006170661
Download: ML19323J025 (1)

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