TM 5-4310-373-14
5-4. PISTONS, CONNECTING ROD/ASSEMBLY
This task covers:
The assembly of the pistons and connecting rods.
INITIAL SETUP
Tools:
Equipment Condition:
Compressor disassembled
Materials/Parts:
Oil OE-30
As required
Personnel Required:
Approximate Time Required (minutes):
1 Mechanic
30
LOCATION/lTEM
ACTION
REMARKS
CAUTION
Pistons, connecting rods and
caps are matched parts and
seat with the operation of the
compressor. They must keep
their original positions at re-
assembly. Mark each connect-
ing rod and cap, piston, and
bearing component to be sure
they match when they are
reassembled.
CAUTION
Coat all parts with oil before
assembIy.
1. Connecting rod cap (1)
Attach to connecting rod (2)
See Figure 5-5.
with bolt (3) finger tight.
2. Bearing (4)
Press into connecting rod (2).
3. Connecting rod (2)
Clamp in vise or suitable fix-
ture.
4. Piston (5)
Place in position over con-
Be sure piston pins are centered in pistons.
necting rod (2) and attach by
pushing piston pins (6)
through holes in pistons (5).
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