TM 5-4310-373-14
CHECK
VALVE
lNSPECTlON/REMOVAL/DlSASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY/lNSTALLATlON
This task covers:
The inspection, removal, disassembly, assembly and installation of the check valve.
INITIAL SETUP
Equipment Condition:
Tools:
As noted in procedure
Materials/Parts:
As required
Approximate Time Required (minutes):
Personnel Required:
20
1 Mechanic
REMARKS
ACTION
LOCATION/lTEM
NOTE
Air tank should be under pres-
sure to check action of check
valve.
Disconnect after compressor
1. Main power
has built up pressure in tank.
To bleed air from compressor only.
a. Loosen.
2. Aftercooler fittings (1)
CAUTION
Loosen fittings slowly. Do not
remove until air has escaped.
b. Remove fittings and after-
cooler.
If bubbles appear, check valve leaks and should be
Apply soap solution.
3. Check valve (2)
replaced.
Figure 4-84. Check valve location
4-75
