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4-7. GENERAL PMCS PROCEDURES (Con't).
(6)
For a classification of LEAKAGE, see paragraph 2-9.
b.
Perform inspections of welds, electrical conduits, tubing, and hoses as described below:
(1)
Check for loose or chipped paint, rust, or gaps where parts are welded together, If a bad weld is found,
notify your supervisor.
(2)
Look for cracked, frayed, loose, or broken electrical conduits, tubing, and hoses. Tighten all loose
components. Repair or report unserviceable items.
(3)
Check for wear, damage, and leaks, and ensure that couplings and fittings are tight. Wet spots indicate
leaks, but a stain around a coupling or fitting can also mean a leak. If a leak comes from a loose coupling or fitting,
tighten it. Repair or report unserviceable items.
c.
Where the instruction "tighten" appears in a procedure, tighten the item to the given value even if the item
appears secure. If no torque value is given, refer to Appendix F.
d.
Where the instruction "clean" appears in a procedure, use guidelines found in paragraph 2-8. Even if a
procedure does not specify cleaning, be aware of any buildup of dirt, grease, oil, and debris. Clean any such buildups
using cleaning agents authorized in Appendix E. Lubricate as required (see Chapter 3, Section I).
4-8. SPECIFIC PMCS PROCEDURES.
a.
Organizational" PMCS are provided in Table 4-1. Always perform PMCS in the order listed. Once it becomes a
habit, anything that is not right can be spotted in a minute. If anything wrong is discovered through PMCS, perform the
appropriate troubleshooting task in Section IV of this chapter. If any component or system is not serviceable, or if the
given service does not correct the problem, notify your supervisor.
b.
The PMCS procedures in Table 4-1 are performed at three intervals: Quarterly, Semiannually, and Hours, Before
performing preventive maintenance, read all checks required for the applicable interval and prepare tools needed to
make inspections in the order listed within the designated interval.
c.
The columns in PMCS table are defined as follows:
(1)
Item No. Provides a logical sequence for PMCS to be performed and is used as a source number when
filling out DA Form 2404.
(2)
Interval. Specifies interval at which PMCS is to be performed.
(3)
Item To Be Inspected. Lists system and common names of items that are to be inspected.
(4)
Procedures. Lists the specific servicing, inspection, replacement, or adjustment procedures to be
followed.
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