TM 5-4310-227-15
ITEM
PAR REF
1
TIRES AND WHEELS. Check for Proper air pressure. Correct pressure is 45
psi;
Inspect for cuts, wear. Inspect wheels for loose or missing mounting
nuts.
2
L I G H T S Inspect for burned out lamps, cracked or broken lens. Inspect for
loose connections and broken leads.
FIRE EXTINGUISHER. Inspect for broken seal. The dry chemical type must be
3
weighed every 6 months. If the weight has decreased to less than 4 1/2
pounds or the pressure is below 125 psi, the extinguisher must be replaced.
4
F U E L T A N . Add fuel as required. Tighten loose mounting. Replace leaking
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fuel tank. Replace defective cap gasket. Clean cap vent.
Inspect for insecure mounting and proper operation.
5
SAFETY RELIEF VALVE.
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Max pressure is 185 psi.
6
Inspect for improper operation. Adjust as necessary.
HAND BROKE.
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7
SPARK PLUG. Replace a spark plug that has a cracked insulator or burned
electrode.
Clean and adjust spark plug gap to 0.030 inch. Replace a lead
that is frayed or broken. Clean and tighten lead connections.
.
8
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GENERATOR DRIVE BELT. Proper adjustment is a deflection 3/4 inch midway
between pulleys. Replace a worn, frayed or cracked belt.
9.
LEVEL GAGE. Check engine oil level.
Add oil as indicated on level gage.
Reference current L.O.
10
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Inspect for insecure mounting. Clean element.
COMPRESSOR AIR CLEANER.
11
FILL PLUG. Check compressor oil level.
Add oil as indicated on sight glass.
Reference current L.O.
12
UNLOADER VALVE.
Inspect for insecure mounting and proper operation.
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IDLING DEVICE. Inspect for insecure mounting and improper operation.
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13
COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELTS. Proper adjustment is a deflection of 3/4 inch midway
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between pulleys. Replace worn, frayed or cracked belts.
14
AFTER COOLER AND INTER COOLER.
Inspect for leaks, damage and excessive dirt.
15
MAGNETO. Replace pitted or burned magneto points. Proper gap adjustment is
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0.015 inch. (Check adjustment every 500 hours.)
16
B A T T E R I E S . Tighten loose cables and mountings. Remove corrosion. Fill to
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3/8 inch above the plates. Clean venthole in filler cap before installing.
In freezing weather run engine minimum of 1 hour after adding water. Replace
a cracked or leaking battery.
17
AIR RECEIVER TANK. Inspect for leaks and damage. Drain condensate.
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MEC 4310-227-15/3-5
Figure 3-5-- Continued.
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