TM 9-2330-357-14&P
Section II. OPERATOR/CREW PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
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General ...........................................................................................................................
General PMCS Procedures...............................................................................................
Leakage Definitions ..........................................................................................................
Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS), Table 2-1 ...........
Reporting Repairs ............................................................................................................
Service Intervals...............................................................................................................
Specific PMCS Procedures...............................................................................................
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GENERAL.
a.
To ensure that the M860A1 Flatbed Semitrailer is ready for operation at all times, it must be
inspected on a regular basis so that defects may be found before they result in serious damage, equipment
failure, or injury to personnel. This section contains systematic instructions on inspections, adjustments, and
corrections to be performed by the operator/crew.
b.
While performing PMCS, read and follow all safety instructions found in the Warning Summary at
the front of this manual. Keep in mind all WARNINGs and CAUTIONs.
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SERVICE INTERVALS.
Perform PMCS, found in Table 2-1, at the following intervals:
(1)
Perform
Before (B) PMCS before operating the semitrailer.
(2)
Perform
During (D) PMCS while operating the semitrailer.
(3)
Perform
After (A) PMCS right after operating the semitrailer.
(4)
Perform
Weekly (W) PMCS once each week.
2-5. REPORTING REPAIRS.
All defects which the operator cannot fix must be reported on a DA Form 2404, Equipment Inspection and
Maintenance Worksheet, immediately after completing PMCS. If a serious problem is found, IMMEDIATELY
report it to your supervisor.
2-6. GENERAL PMCS PROCEDURES.
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent, P-D-680, 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 1000F-138 (38 -590C). If you become dizzy while using
F
C
cleaning solvent, Immediately get fresh air and medical help. If solvent contacts eyes,
immediately wash your eyes and get medical aid.
a.
Keep equipment clean. Dirt, oil, and debris may cover up a serious problem. Clean as you work
and as needed. Use dry cleaning solvent (Item 16, Appendix E) on all metal surfaces. Use detergent (Item 9,
Appendix E) and water on
rubber, plastic, and painted surfaces.
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