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Table 3-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services for Model M1098 (Cont'd)
Location
Item
Interval
Item to
Crewmember
Not Fully
No.
Check/
Procedure
Mission
Service
Capable If:
DRIVER
1
Before
Vehicle
a. Check for evidence of leakage on or
Exterior
under semitrailer.
b. Check fire extinguishers for proper gage
reading and check security of mounting
bracket. Red button should be down.
2
Before
Tires
Inspect tires for unusual wear or
Tires have
damage.
damage which
could result
in failure.
3
Before
Kingpin
Inspect upper coupler (kingpin) plate for
Upper coupler
damage or loose mounting bolts.
(kingpin), plate
damaged or
mounting
bolts loose.
4
Before
Hose
Visually inspect hose connections for
Connections
obvious damage or missing parts.
5
Before
Tank
a. Inspect tank shell for dents and leaks.
Tank shell has
Exterior
class IIl leak
and Tank
b. Check for leaks around vent caps.
evident
Interior
Tighten caps if loose.
(when dry)
c. Check for leaks around manhole cover.
Manhole cover
If leaks are evident, check for damaged
is damaged.
cover gasket, loose mounting ring, and that
cover is securely latched.
d. Inspect the interior of the tank for
cleanliness (i.e., free of debris and surface
rust).
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