TM 9-2330-235-14&P
Section III. ORGANIZATIONAL PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
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Organizational Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS), Table 4-1...................................
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GENERAL.
a. Preventive maintenance is detecting/correcting problems before they happen or fixing minor problems before they
become major problems.
b. Table 41 contains a list of preventive maintenance checks and services to be performed by Organizational
Maintenance personnel. Attention to these checks and services will increase the useful life of the equipment.
c. Every possible problem cannot be covered in the PMCS. Be alert for anything that might cause a problem.
If anything does look wrong, and you can/t fix it, write it on a DA Form 2404 and report it to your supervisor. Be sure to
record any corrective action taken.
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PMCS PROCEDURES.
a. While performing PMCS, always keep in mind all WARNING s and CAUTIONs.
b. Perform the checks and services at the intervals shown in Table 41.
(1) Perform Quarterly (Q) PMCS once every three months.
(2) Perform Semiannual (S) PMCS twice a year, or once every six months.
(3) Perform Annual (A) PMCS once each year.
c. Always do your checks and services In the same order so it gets to be a habit. Once you've had some practice,
you'll spot anything wrong In a hurry.
d. If the trailer doesn't work properly and you can't see what is wrong, refer to Section IV of this chapter for
troubleshooting Instructions.
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent, PD680, is toxic and flammable. Always wear protective goggles and
gloves, and use only in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes,
and DO NOT breathe vapors. DO NOT use near open flame or excessive heat. The
solvent's flash point is 100F138F (38C590C). If you become dizzy while using cleaning
solvent, immediately get fresh air and medical help. If solvent contacts eyes, Immediately
wash your eyes and get medical aid.
e. Make cleanup a part of your preventive maintenance. Dirt, grease, oil, and debris may cover up a serious
problem. Wipe off excess grease and spilled oil. Use dry cleaning solvent (Item 13, Appendix E) to clean metal surfaces.
Use detergent (Item 5, Appendix E) and water when you clean rubber or plastic material.
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