TM 5-4310-380-13
Section II. OPERATOR PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
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General ................................................................... 2-2
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GENERAL
a.
flake sure that the air compressor is ready for operation at all times. It must be inspected systematically so
defects may be discovered and corrected before they result in serious damage or failure. The necessary preventive
maintenance checks and services (PMCS) that are to be performed by the operator are listed and described in table 2-1.
b. Do your Before (B) PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE just before you operate. Pay attention to the Warming and
CAUTIONS.
c. Do your During (D) PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE during operation. (During operation means to monitor the
compressor while being used). Pay attention to the WARNINGS and CAUTIONTS.
d. Do your After (A) PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE right after operation. Pay attention to the IWARNIITGS and
CAUTIONS.
e. If something doesn't work, troubleshoot it with the instructions in this manual and notify your supervisor.
f. Always do your PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE in the same order so it gets to be a habit. Once you've had
some practice, you'll spot anything wrong in a hurry.
g. If anything looks wrong and you can't fix it, write it on the DA Form 2404. If you find something seriously wrong,
report it to unit maintenance RIGHT NOW.
h. If your equipment fails to operate, troubleshoot with proper equipment. Report any deficiencies using the proper
forms. See DA PAM 738-750.
i. When you do your PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, always take along the tools you'll need to make all the
checks. You'll always need a rag or two.
WARNING
Cleaning solvent, Federal Specification P-D-680, is both toxic and flammable. Keep off skin.
Use only in a well-ventilated area and avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Keep away from
open flame.
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