TM 9-2330-213-14&P
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
Section I. LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Lubrication Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Specific Lubrication Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3-1. GENERAL.
NOTE
These instructions are MANDATORY.
a. The trailers must receive lubrication with approved lubricants at recommended intervals in order to
be mission-ready at all times.
b. The KEY lists lubricants to be used in all temperature ranges and shows the intervals.
c. The lubrication chart shows lubrication points, names items to be lubricated, the required lubricant,
and recommended intervals for lubrication. Any special lubricating instructions required for specific
components are contained in the NOTES section of the chart.
d. Recommended intervals are based on normal conditions of operation, temperature, and humidity.
When operating under extreme conditions, lubricants should always be changed more frequently. When in
doubt, notify your supervisor.
3-2. SPECIFIC LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS.
a. Keep all lubricants in a closed container and store in a clean, dry place away from extreme heat.
Keep container covers clean and do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign material to mix with lubricants. Keep all
lubrication equipment clean and ready for use.
b. Maintain a record of lubrication performed and report any problems noted during lubrication. Refer to
DA Pam 738-750 for maintenance forms and procedures to record and report any findings.
WARNING
Wipe excess lubricant from the area of brakeshoe linings to avoid grease soaking the
linings. If brakeshoe linings become soaked, have unit maintenance replace them.
Failure to follow this warning may cause brakes to malfunction, resulting in serious
injury or death.
c. Keep all external parts of equipment not requiring lubrication free of lubricants. After lubrication,
wipe off excess oil or grease to prevent accumulation of foreign matter.
d. Refer to FM 9-207 for lubrication instructions in cold weather.
e. Refer to TM 9-238 for lubrication instructions before and after fording operations.
f. After operation in mud, sandy, or dusty conditions, clean and inspect all points of lubrication for
fouled lubricants. Change lubricants as required.