TM 9-2330-294-14
CAUTION
regulator valve in use. For example, if the
Exercise care when removing such ac-
suspension air control handle is in "FULL
cumulations, in order to prevent damage to
LOAD" position (fig. 2-8) do not remove air
air lines, wiring harnesses, and other parts.
test valve from the 85 psi regulator valve. If
handle is in "HALF LOAD" position do not
remove air valve from 50 psi regulator valve.
a. Before Fording. Install protective cover on
If handle is in "LIGHT LOAD" position do
utility outlet. Secure loose items in open stowage
not remove air valve from 15 psi regulator
compartments so they cannot float away. Remove
valve. If handle is in "NO LOAD" position
padlock from bed stowage compartment cover.
do not remove air valve from 100 psi
b. After Fording.
regulator valve.
(1) Reinstall padlock on stowage compartment
Install air test valve in fail-safe plug (breather) hole,
cover.
Use tire inflator hose and compressed air from
(2) Blow out all water from fail-safe units. To
towing vehicle and blow water from fail-safe units.
blow out, remove plugs (semitrailers No. 1 through
(3) Vehicle should be delivered to organizational
200) or breathers (semitrailers No. 201 and on) from
maintenance after submersion so wheel bearings and
top of fail-safe caps (fig. 2-2). Remove one air test
brake plungers can be cleaned and repacked with
valve (fig. 2-8) from bottom of suspension system
lubricants, as specified on the lubrication chart.
regulator valves.
NOTE
Do not remove air test valve from the
