TM 9-4310-394-13
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AIR HOSE AND INFLATION GAUGE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT.
This Task Covers:
a.
Removal
b.
Cleaning
c.
Inspection
d.
Repair
e.
Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools Required
Tool Kit, General Mechanic's (Appendix B, Item 1)
Material's/Parts Required
Cloth, Lint-Free (Appendix E, Item 1)
Brush, Medium Bristle (Appendix E, Item 2)
Equipment Condition
Air compressor unit shut down and cool.
a.
Removal.
(Refer to Figure 4-4).
(1)
Unscrew air hose (1) from receiver air tank (2) and remove air hose from unit.
(2)
Unscrew inflation gauge (3) from air hose (1).
b.
Cleaning.
(1)
Clean all metallic parts with water and a clean soft cloth or a medium bristle brush.
(2)
Allow parts to dry.
c.
Inspection.
(1)
Inspect all metal parts for cracks, corrosion, or broken fittings.
(2)
Check air hose for cut or cracked surfaces.
(3)
Inspect inflation gauge for broken gauge glass.
(4)
Inspect inflation tools on inflation gauge for any damage.
d.
Repair. Repair is limited to replacement of parts found defective during inspection.
e.
Installation.
(1)
Install inflation gauge (3) onto air hose (1).
(2)
Install air hose (1) into receiver tank (2).
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