TM 5-4310-382-13
CHAPTER 3
UNIT MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Section I. LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS
3-1. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS. No separate Lubrication Order (LO) is available for this unit; therefore, lubrication
instructions contained in this section are mandatory.
3-2. LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS.
a. General. Keep all lubricants in closed containers and store in a clean dry place away from external heat. Allow
no dust, dirt, or other foreign material to mix with the lubricants. Keep all lubrication equipment clean.
b. Cleaning. Wipe lubrication points and surrounding areas free of dirt. Clean lubrication points and surrounding
areas after lubrication of all spilled lubricants to prevent accumulation of dirt and foreign matter.
c. Lubrication. Lubricate the unit at intervals indicated with the recommended lubricants, or their equivalents, as
shown in table 3-1.
d. Unusual Conditions. When the air compressor is being operated or stored in extreme heat, extreme cold, salt
spray, high humidity, sandy, or dusty conditions, reduce all intervals by 30% to provide greater lubrication under these
severe conditions.
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