TM 9-2330-246-14
Section Ill. ORGANIZATIONAL PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
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General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
General PMCS Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Organizational Preventive Maintenance Checks and
Services (PMCS), Table 4-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Reporting Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Service intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Specific PMCS Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
4-6.
GENERAL.
To ensure that the M348 and M373 Series, XM1005, and XM1007 Semitrailers are ready for operation stall
times, they must be inspected on a regular basis so that defects may be found before they result unserious damage,
equipment failure, or injury to,personnel. This section contains systematic instructions on inspections, adjustments,
and corrections to be performed by Organizational Maintenance.
4-7.
SERVICE INTERVALS.
Perform PMCS, found in Table 4-1, at the following intervals:
a. Perform Quarterly (Q) PMCS once every three months.
b. Perform Semiannual (S) PMCSonce every six months.
c. Perform Annual (A) PMCS on each year.
4-8.
REPORTING REPAIRS.
Report all defects and corrective actions on DA Form 2404. If a serious problem is found, report it to your
supervisor immediately.
4-9.
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 10OF-138F (38C-59C). 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.
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 13, Appendix E) on all metal surfaces. Use detergent (Item 12, Appendix E)
and water on rubber, plastic, and painted surfaces.
b. While performing PMCS, inspect the following components:
(1) Bolts, Nuts, and Screws. Ensure that they are not loose, missing, bent, or broken. Tighten any that
are loose.
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