TM 5-4310-369-14
Table 5-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services
NOTE: Within designated interval, these checks are to be performed in the order listed.
WWeekly
AAfter
BBefore
DDuring
Procedures
For Readiness Reporting,
Interval
Item to be
Equipment is Not
Check for and have Repaired
Item
Inspected
Ready/Available If
No.
or Adjusted as Necessary
AW
B
D
Inspect for proper tension. Deflec-
Drive Belts (1)
Belts are cracked or cut.
1
tion is 3/4 to 1 inch midway between
pulleys. Inspect for cracks or cuts.
Inspect for proper operation. Pull
2
Safety Release
Release valve leaks air.
ring to check for freedom of move-
Valve (2)
ment.
Inspect for damage and insecure
3
Controls are damaged or
Controls and
mounting. With the unit operating,
loose.
Instruments
inspect for proper operation. Normal
operating pressure is 140-175 psi
(9.8-12.3 kg/sq cm).
4
Air Receiver
Open draincock to drain water from
the tank. After water is drained,
Draincock (3)
close draincock.
5
Engine Oil (4)
with dipstick.
6
Check fuel level and fuel strainer (5).
Fuel Tank