TM 5-4310-373-14
SHUTOFF
VALVE/lNSPECTION/REMOVAL/lNSTALLATION
This task covers:
The inspection, removal and installation of the shutoff valve.
INITIAL SETUP
Equipment Condition:
Tools:
As noted in procedure
Materials/Parts:
As required
Approximate Time Required (minutes):
Personnel Required:
15
1 Mechanic
REMARKS
ACTION
LOCATION/lTEM
NOTE
Air tank should be under pres-
sure to check shutoff valve
for leaks.
a. Be sure packing nut (2) is
Shutoff valve (1)
tight.
b. Apply soap solution to
Replace shutoff valve if leaks persist or handwheel is hard
check for leaks.
to turn.
c. Check handwheel (3) for
resistance to turning.
WARNING
Air pressure in tank must be
discharged before removal of
shutoff valve. Removal under
pressure couId cause serious
injury.
Open to discharge all air in
1. Drain cock
Figure 4-88. Shutoff valve
tank.
See para 4-51.
Remove.
2. Air hose (4)
Remove by unscrewing from
3. Shutoff valve (1)
tank.
4-80
