TM 9-2330-376-14&P
2 - 8 . LEAKAGE DEFINITIONS (Con't).
CAUTION
When operating with Class I or II leaks, check fluid levels more frequently than required
by PMCS. Parts without fluid will stop working or may be damaged.
b. Equipment operation is allowed with minor (Class I or II) leakage. Fluid levels in an item/system affected
with such leakage must be checked more frequently than required in PMCS. When in doubt, notify your supervisor.
c. Report Class Ill leaks IMMEDIATELY to your supervisor.
Table 2-1. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS).
WWEEKLY
B-BEFORE
D-DURING
A-AFTER
INTERVAL
ITEM TO BE INSPECTED
EQUIPMENT IS NOT
ITEM
PROCEDURE Check for and have repaired, filled, or
READY/AVAlLABLE IF
adjusted as needed.
NO.
DA W
B
NOTE
ZPerform Weekly(W) as well as Before (B)
PMCS if:
a. You are the assigned operator but
have not operated the vehicle since
the last weekly.
b. You are operating the vehicle for the
first time.
Perform the following checks/services
BEFORE coupling trailer to towing
vehicle.
1
TOWING LUNETTE AND SAFETY CHAINS
Towing Iunette cracked, loose,
a. Check towing Iunette for secure mounting and ob-
bent, or welds cracked.
vious damage.
Safety chains missing or mount-
b. Check safety chains for secure mounting and ob-
ing cracked.
vious damage.
INTERVEHICULAR AIR HOSES
2
Air hose or coupling and air
Inspect trailer air couplings and air hoses for damage.
hoses broken, missing, or pre-
Clean dirt from mounting surfaces of air couplings as
formed packing missing.
required (para 3-8).
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