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(4)
Hoses, Lines, and Fittings . Inspect for wear, damage, and leaks. Ensure that clamps and fittings
are tight. If a leak originates, from a loose fitting or connector, tighten it. If a component is broken
or worn, correct problem if authorized by the Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC) (Appendix B). If
not authorized, report it to your supervisor.
4-9. SPECIFIC PMCS PROCEDURES.
a.
Unit level PMCS are provided in Table 4-1. Always perform PMCS in the order listed. Once it
becomes a habit, anything that is not right can be spotted in a minute. If anything wrong is discovered
through PMCS, perform the appropriate troubleshooting task in Section IV of this chapter. If any
component or system is not serviceable, or if given service does not correct problem, notify your
supervisor.
b.
Before performing preventive maintenance, read all the checks required for the applicable interval and
prepare tools needed to make all checks Have several clean rags (Item 13, Appendix D) handy
Perform all inspections at the applicable interval.
c.
The columns in Table 4-1 are defined as follows.
(1)
Item No. Provides a logical sequence for PMCS to be performed and is used as a source of item
numbers for the "TM ITEM NO' column on DA Form 2404 in recording PMCS results.
(2)
Interval. Specifies interval at which PMCS is to be performed.
(3)
Item to be Inspected. Lists the system and common name of items that are to be inspected.
Included in this column are specific servicing, inspection, replacement, or adjustment procedures to
be followed.
(4)
Procedures. Tells you how to do the required check or service.
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