TM 9-2330-371-14&P
GENERAL-CONTINUED
Record all deficiencies and shortcomings, along with the corrective action taken, on DA Form 2404.
The Item Number column is the source for the numbers used on the TM Number column on DA
Form 2404.
(1) Do your (Q) PMCS once each 3 months.
(2) Do your (S) PMCS once each 6 months.
If something doesn't work, troubleshoot it with the instructions in this manual or notify your supervisor.
Always do your preventive maintenance in the same order, so it gets to be a habit. Once you've had
some practice, you'll spot anything wrong in a hurry.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
If anything looks wrong and you can't fix it, write it down on your DA Form 2404. If you find something
seriously wrong, report it to direct support as soon as possible.
WARNING
Drycleaning solvent PD-680 is both toxic and flammable. Avoid prolonged breathing of
vapors and avoid skin contact. Do not use near open flame or excessive heat. Flash
point of solvent is 138F (59C).
WARNING
Compressed air, used for cleaning purposes will not exceed 30 psi. Use only with
effective chip guarding and personnel protective equipment (goggles/shield/gloves,
etc.).
Keep it clean. Dirt, grease, oil and debris only get in the way and may cover up a serious problem.
Clean as you work and as needed. Use drycleaning solvent (PD-680) to clean metal surfaces. Use
soap and water when you clean rubber or plastic material.
Bolts, nuts, and screws. Check that they are not loose, missing, bent, or broken. You can't try them
all with a tool, of course, but look for chipped paint, bare metal, or rust around boltheads. Tighten
any that you find loose.
Welds. Look for loose or chipped paint, rust, or gaps where parts are welded together. If you find a
bad weld, repair it or report it to direct support (see MAC, appendix B).
Electric wires and connectors. Look for cracked or broken insulation, bare wires, and loose or
broken connectors. Tighten loose connections and make sure the wires are in good condition.
Hoses and fluid lines. Look for wear, damage, and leaks. Make sure clamps and fittings are tight.
Wet spots show leaks, of course, but a stain around a fitting or connector can mean a leak. If a leak
comes from a loose fitting or connector, tighten it. If something is broken or worn out, either correct it