TM 5-4310-356-14
CHAPTER 4
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Section I. SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF MATERIEL
4-1. Unloading the Air Compressor.
must be used when removing the air compressor from
the carrier. When using a hoist, center the lifting hook
a. Remove tie-downs and blocking that secure the
above the center of the crate; place slings about ten
crate to carrier. Refer to figure 4-1.
inches in from both ends of the crate, and lift the unit
from the carrier.
Figure 4-1. Shipping tie-downs.
4-2. Unpacking the Air Compressor.
b. Inspect for dents, breaks, loose mounting bolts
or other defects.
Inspect for loose connections,
damaged wiring or other defects.
a. Place the crated air compressor as closed to the
point of installation as possible. Remove the crate from
the base being careful not to damage the air compressor
c. Turn over the electric motor and compressor
while removing the crate. Remove the air hose, electric
several times to be sure the motor and compressor do
cable, tire gage, and publications.
Remove the
not bind. Prepare a written report of all damage
compressor from the base.
incurred as a result of shipping or vandalism. Report
any unrepairable damage immediately to the proper
authority.
b. Remove the tape and protective covering from
electric motor, compressor, and air receiver tank.
4-4. Installation of Separately Packed Components .
4-3. Inspection and Servicing Equipment.
Connect air hose (fig. 4-2) to globe valve assembly and
connect inflator gage assembly to air hose.
a. Make a thorough inspection of the air
compressor for any loss or damage that may have
occurred during shipping or handling.
4-1
