TM9-4120-370-14
TO35E9-229-1
4-34. CONDENSATE TRAP
Preliminary procedure: Remove lower front panel. (See para 4-25.)
Removal
a.
(1) Using pliers remove cotter pin.
(2) Remove spring and ball.
Inspection
b.
(1) Check ball, spring, and cotter pin for nicks and wear.
(2) Replace ball if it is nicked or has any damage that would keep it from sealing properly.
(3) Replace spring if it is worn or has any damage that would keep it from applying pressure to ball.
c . Cleaning
Preliminary procedures: 1. Remove top panel. (See para 424.)
2. Remove mist eliminator. (See para 4-33.)
(1)
Pour some clean fresh water into condensate drip pan.
If water does not flow out of the end of the drain tube or has a muddy appearance, insert a flexible wire
(2)
up the drain tube. Agitate until clog and accumulated debris are loose.
Pour additional water in the drip pan until an unrestricted flow of clean water pours from the end of the drain
(3)
tube.
(4)
Be sure the ball seat (end of drain where ball and spring are inserted) are clean.
