TM 5-4310-386-14
APPENDIX F
TORQUE LIMITS
F-1. Scope. The following should be used when performing maintenance on the compressor and engine.
a. Compressor. Unless otherwise specified in text, the following tightening torques should be used for the
compressor. All valve head screws require torque wrench tightening.
Table F- 1. Torque Specifications for Compressor.
Bolt or Screw
Thread
Maximum Torque
Hex and allen head
M
6
10 Nm (7 ft. lbs)
Hex and allen head
M
8
25 Nm (18 ft. lbs)
Hex and allen head
M
10
45 Nm (32 ft. lbs)
Hex and alien head
M
12
75 Nm (53 ft. lbs)
Hex and alien head
M
14
120 Nm (85 ft. lbs)
Pipe connections (swivel nuts): Finger-tight + 1/2 turn.
F-1
