TM 5-4310-379-14
3-43. Compressor Crankcase Breather.
This task covers:
a.
Replace
b.
Repair
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Materials/Parts
General Mechanic's Tool Kit (NSN 5180-00-177-7033)
Compressor Crankcase Breather
Detergent, Nonionic (Item 6, Appendix D)
Water, Distilled (Item 11, Appendix D)
a.
Replace. (figure 3-59)
(1)
Remove breather cap (1) from pipe nipple (2).
(2)
Remove pipe nipple (2) from crankcase (3).
(3)
Install pipe nipple (2) on crankcase (3).
(4)
Install breather cap (1) on pipe nipple (2).
b.
Repair. (figure 3-60)
(1)
Clean breather cap (1) and pipe nipple (2) using nonionic detergent cleaner and raise with clean distilled
water.
(2)
Inspect breather cap (1) and pipe nipple (2) for cracks, dents or other damage.
(3)
Replace breather cap or nipple pipe if cracked, dented or otherwise damaged.
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