TM 9-2350-230-12, C10
Table 4-1. PREVENTIVE-MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES
INTERVAL AND
SEQUENCE
B - BEFORE OPERATION D - DURING OPERATION A - AFTER OPERATION
REFERENCE
B
D
A
ITEM TO BE INSPECTED
PROCEDURE
6
83
Exterior Stowage
Check condition and secure stowage of basic-is sue items
84
Access Plugs
Make sure all access plugs are installed and secure on
underside of hull.
85
Batteries
Check battery electrolyte level; electrolyte level should be up
to split ring as indicated on battery filler opening. Inspect
lugs, terminals and cables for corrosion. Check for loose
battery hold-downs and brackets. If electrolyte level is
repeatedly low or batteries excessively hot and boiling,
notify organizational maintenance personnel.
6.1
64.1
86
Air Cleaner
Check air restriction indicator. If indicator is red, clean
filter element
CAUTION: Do
not hold element to
exhaust for cleaning as
Fig. 4-6
diesel oil film will make it unserviceable. Handle element
carefully to prevent denting or damage .
NOTE. Under severe dust conditions, engine power loss
or excessive black exhaust smoke may indicate need for
more frequent cleaning. During operation in severe dust,
check air restriction indicator frequently.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
CAUTION: Before starting engine, make sure of
adequate coolant, and adequate oil supply in engine and
transmission.
7
Engine
With engine off, check connections and inspect for lubricant
leaks. Start engine, observe if it develops adequate
cranking speed and starts without excessive noise. Listen
for unusual noises in engine that might indicate improper
operation or lack of lubrication.
8
87
Surge Tank
Check coolant level. Add if required to fill m ark on tank
9
88
Engine Oil Level
Check oil level. Add oil as required (LO 9-2350-230-12),
Indicator
89
Engine Breather
Check for visible signs of overflow or spattering of oil
Drain Collector
from box. Drain if such signs are found.
Box
89.1
Coolant Pump
Check for proper belt tension
Drive Belts
9.1
89.2
Coolant Radiator
Check cleanliness of radiator fins and tubes. Clean with
low pressure air radiator clea ning system.
90
Check drive belts tensioner. If pin is less than 1/4-inch
Drive Belts
from bracket, notify organizational maintenance personnel,
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