TM 5-4310-358-14
Table 3-1. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services
NOTE: Within designated interval, these checks are to be performed in the order listed.
B--Before
A--After
M--Monthly
D--During
W--Weekly
Procedures
For Readiness Reporting,
Item
Interval
Item to be
Check For And Have Repaired
Equipment Is Not
No.
B
DAWM
C
Inspected
Or Adjusted As Necessary.
Ready/Available If:
1
Evidence of lubricant leaks.
Compressor
2
Check oil level in crankcase, fill to
Oil Level Gage
full mark on oil level gage.
Refer to LO 5-4310-358-12.
3
Check for loose wires on motor and
Wires are
Switches and
switches.
disconnected.
Controls
4
Inspect for worn or broken belts
Belts are broken.
Drive Belts
5
Hoses and Fittings Inspect hoses and fittings for
Hoses are broken.
damaged or loose connections.
6
Watch pressure gage reading when
Pressure gage does
Pressure Gage
motor starts and stops. Motor should
not start and stop
stop when gage reads 190 psi &
motor.
start at 165 psi.
7
Test by pulling up on ring attached
Safety does not
Safety Valve
to lever on safety valve until you
actuate at 200 psi.
hear air escape.
8
Wipe grease and oil from compressor
Cleanliness of
belt guard, motor, V-belt and receiver.
equipment
Section III. TROUBLESHOOTING
Scope. This section contains troubleshooting or
3-6.
Troubleshooting.
3-5.
malfunction information and tests for locating and
a. This manual cannot list all possible malfunctions
correcting most of the troubles which may develop in the
that may occur or all tests or inspections, and corrective
air compressor. Each malfunction or trouble symptom
actions. If a malfunction is not listed or is not corrected
for an individual component, unit, or system is followed
by listed corrective actions, you should notify higher level
by a list of tests or inspections necessary for you to
maintenance.
determine probable causes and suggested corrective
actions for you to remedy the malfunction.
may find during the operation or maintenance of the air
compressor or its components. You should perform the
tests, inspections and corrective actions in the order
listed.
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