TM 5-4310-451-14Section III. UNIT PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKSAND SERVICES (PMCS)ParagraphPageNumberParagraph TitleNumber4-8 General ........................................................................................................................... 4-34-9Service Intervals .............................................................................................................4-34-10Reporting Repairs...........................................................................................................4-34-11General PMCS Procedures ............................................................................................4-34-12Specific PMCS Procedures ............................................................................................4-4Table 4-1Unit Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) .........................................4-44-8.GENERAL.To ensure that the air compressor unit is ready for operation at all times, it must be inspected on a regular basisso that defects may be found before they result in serious damage, equipment failure, or injury to personnel. This sectioncontains systematic instructions on inspections, adjustments, and corrections to be performed by Unit Maintenance.4-9.SERVICE INTERVALS.Perform PMCS, found in Table 4-1, at the following intervals:(1)Perform Quarterly (Q) PMCS once every three months.(2)Perform Semiannual (S) PMCS once every six months.(3)Perform Annual (A) PMCS once each year.(4)Perform Hourly (H) PMCS based upon number of operating hours listed in column.4-10.REPORTING REPAIRS.Report all defects and corrective actions on DA Form 2404. If a serious problem is found, report it to yoursupervisor immediately.4-11.GENERAL PMCS PROCEDURES.WARNINGDry cleaning solvent, P-D-680, is toxic and flammable. Always wear protective goggles andgloves, and use only in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes, and DONOT breathe vapors. DO NOT use near open flame or excessive heat. The solvent’s flash point is100°F-138°F (38°C-59°C). If you become dizzy while using cleaning solvent, immediately get freshair and medical help. If solvent contacts eyes, immediately wash your eyes and get medical aid.a.Keep equipment clean. Dirt, oil, and debris may cover up a serious problem. Clean as you work and asneeded. Use dry cleaning solvent (Item 38, Appendix E) on all metal surfaces. Use dishwashing compound (Item 13,Appendix E) and water on rubber, plastic, and painted surfaces.4-3
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