TM 9-2330-398-10
Table 2-1. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) (continued)
ITEM TO
PROCEDURE
NOT FULLY
ITEM
CHECK/
MISSION[
NO.
INTERVAL
SERVICE
CAPABLE IF:
2
Before
Tank
a. Inspect tank shell for dents, leaks, and
a.
Tank shell has fuel leaks.
broken welds.
b. Check for leaks around fusible vent caps.
b. Any fuel leaks are
Tighten caps if loose.
present.
c. Check for leaks around manhole cover.
c. Manhole cover gasket is
If leaks are evident, check for damaged cover
damaged, manhole cover
gasket or loose mounting ring. Also check to
cannot be securely closed,
see that cover can be opened, closed. and
or any fuel leaks are
securely latched.
present.
d. Inspect front and rear catwalk drains for
clogs or restrictions. Remove any debris or
foreign matter.
e. Inspect vapor recovery hood for any loose,
damaged, or missing hardware.
f. Check tank for rust at intersections where
brackets are welded to tank. Check condition
of paint. If any damage is found, notify your
supervisor.
3
Before
Kingpin or
a. Inspect kingpin or upper coupler (kingpin)
a. Kingpin or upper coupler
Upper
plate for damage or loose mounting bolts.
(kingpin) plate is damaged
Coupler
or mounting bolts are loose.
(Kingpin)
b. Visually inspect for obvious cracked or
Plate
broken welds around kingpin.
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