TM 5-4310-373-14
This task covers:
The inspection, removal and installation of the pressure gage.
INITIAL SETUP
Equipment Condition:
Tools:
As noted in procedure
Materials/Parts:
As required
Personnel Required
Approximate Time Required (minutes):
1 Mechanic
15
LOCATION/lTEM
ACTION
REMARKS
NOTE
Air tank should be under pres-
sure to check action of pres-
sure gage.
a. Apply soap solution at
1. Pressure gage (1)
If bubbles appear at base of gage it should be replaced.
base of gage.
b. Inspect for cracked glass,
Replace gage if defective.
bent needle or unreadable
face.
WARNING
Air pressure in tank must be
discharged before removal of
pressure gage. Removal under
pressure could cause serious
injury.
1. Main power
Disconnect.
2. Drain cock (2)
Open to discharge all air in
tank.
Remove by unscrewing from
3. Pressure gage (1)
tank.
Figure 4-86. Pressure gage replace
4-77
