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CHAPTER 3
OPERATOR/CREW MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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This chapter includes a lubrication chart and instructions as well as troubleshooting procedures to be followed by the
operator/crew personnel. Those maintenance tasks that can be performed by the operator/crew are also included.
Section I. LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS
a. Lubrication instructions are mandatory. The unit maintenance officer can authorize the operator to assist in
certain maintenance functions.
b. Service intervals are based on normal operation.
(1) Lubricate more often during constant use.
(2) Lubricate less often during inactive periods.
(3) Lubricate twice as often in extreme dust and sand conditions.
c. Lubricate after high pressure washing, fording, or after steam cleaning.
d. Clean grease fittings before lubricating.
e. Lubricate both sides of equipment.
f. Do not overlubricate.
g. Wipe off excess lubricant.
h. Maintain a record of all lubrication tasks performed.
i. Report any problems noted during lubrication.
j. Refer to DA PAM 738-750 for maintenance forms and procedures to record and report any findings.
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