TM 9-2330-356-14
Table 4-8. Unit Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Con`t).
B-Biennially
H-Hours
Q-Quarterly
S-Semiannually
A-Annually
INTERVAL
ITEM TO BE INSPECTED
ITEM
PROCEDURE: Check for and have repaired,
NO.
Q
SAB
H
filled or adjusted as needed.
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Fire Extinguishers (Con't).
b. Check mounting bracket for secure attachment to semitrailer. Check that
lockup handle moves freely and is not damaged.
c. Check that plastic indicator on top of fire extinguisher is intact.
NOTE
Some fire extinguishers have a safety wire-lead or plastic seal
attached to pull pin.
d. Check that safety wire-lead or plastic seal is not broken or missing.
e. Check that tube is not kinked and nozzle is free of obstructions.
f. Check that the fire extinghisher tag is securely attached. Check for date of
last inspection/recharge.
g. Cover and install fire extinguisher on mounting bracket. Ensure that
lockup handle holds fire extinguisher securely to mounting bracket.
Section IV. UNIT TROUBLESHOOTING
This manual cannot list all malfunctions that may
c.
General
occur, nor all tests or inspections and corrective actions. If
a malfunction is not listed, or the corrective action does
a.
This section contains troubleshooting informa-
not ease the problem, notify your supervisor.
tion for locating and correcting most of the operating
problems that may develop in the semitrailer. Each mal-
NOTE
function for a particular unit or component is followed by
Before you use this table, be sure you have
a list of tests or inspections that will help you to determine
performed all applicable operational preven-
the probable causes and corrections to be made. Perform
tive maintenance checks.
the tests and inspections in the order listed in table 4-9.
The table lists the common malfunctions that
d.
Ensure that all safety precautions listed in the
b.
you may find during the operation and maintenance of the
Warning Summary are followed while performing PMCS.
semitrailer or its components. You should perform the
tests/inspections and corrective action in the order listed.
Pay close attention to all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS.
