TM 9-2330-247-14&P
Section
Il.
OPERATOR/CREW
PREVENTIVE
MAINTENANCE
C H E C K S AND SERVICES (PMCS)
Page
Page
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PMCS Column Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . .
General PMCS Procedures . . . . . . . . . .
Reporting Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leakage Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance
Specific PMCS Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checks and Services (PMCS),
Table 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . .. ... . . . . . .
2-3.
GENERAL
To ensure that the trailer 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.
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.
2-4.
SERVICE INTERVALS
Perform PMCS, found in Table 2-1, at the following intervals:
Perform Before (B) PMCS just before operating the trailer.
Perform During (D) PMCS while operating the trailer.
Perform Affer (A) PMCS right after operating the trailer.
Perform Weekly (W) PMCS once each week
2-5.
REPORTING REPAIRS
All defects that the operator cannot fix must be reported on 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 100F-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.
Keep Equipment C/can. Dirt, oil, and debris may cover up a serious problem. Clean as you work and as needed. Use
dry cleaning solvent (Item 12, Appendix E) on all metal surfaces. Use detergent (Item 6, Appendix E) and water on
rubber, plastic, and painted surfaces.
Bolts, Nuts, and Screws. Ensure that they are not loose, missing, bent, or broken. You can't try them all with a tool, but
look for chipped paint, bare metal, or rust around bolt heads. Report loose or missing bolts, nuts, and screws to
Organizational Maintenance.
Welds. Inspect for gaps where parts are welded together. Check for loose or chipped paint, rust, and cracks. Report
bad welds to Organizational Maintenance.