TM 9-2330-376-14&P
Section
Il.
OPERATOR/CREW
PREVENTIVE
MAINTENANCE
CHECKS
AND
SERVICES
(PMCS)
Page
Number
Paragraph Title
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General PMCS Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leakage Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS), Table 2-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reporting Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specific PMCS Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-3.
GENERAL.
a. To ensure that the trailers are ready for operation at all times, they must be inspected on a regular basisso
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.
b. 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:
(1) Perform Before (B) PMCS just before operating the trailer.
(2) Perform During (D) PMCS while operating the trailer.
(3) Perform After (A) PMCS right after operating the trailer.
(4) 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.
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 14, Appendix E) on all metal surfaces. Use detergent (Item 6, Appendix E) and
water on rubber, plastic, and painted surfaces.
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