TM 9-4310-397-14
4-6. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS/PREPARATION FOR USE.- Continued
(7) Install approximately 18 quarts of antifreeze (item 8, section II, appendix E) or until antifreeze mixture is
visible in top of radiator.
(8)
Install radiator filler cap (4).
(9)
Close airblock (3).
(10)
Install four hex washer head bolts (1) and new lock washers (2) (item 4, appendix H).
SECTION III PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS), LUBRICATION AND
MANDATORY REPLACEMENT PARTS
4-7. INTRODUCTION TO PMCS TABLE.
a.
General. The PMCS table is provided to aid the user in performing all checks and services required to maintain
equipment in optimum condition and prevent unnecessary equipment downtime.
b.
PMCS Procedures. The PMCS procedures are arranged in groups according to their first intervals. Procedures
done first or most frequently appear first. Intervals are determined by hours of operation and are expressed in
decimals of an hour.
(1)
Item No Column. Item numbers columns indicate assigned numbers to procedures (2) Interval Column.
This column indicates when the checks and services are to be preformed.
(3) Item To Be Checked Or Serviced. This column identifies the part being checked.
(4)
Procedure Column. The procedure column describes which checks are to be preformed first and will
include lubrication procedures and lubrication points as required.
(5)
Not Fully Mission Capable If Column. This column will contain a brief statement that would cause the
equipment to be less than fully ready to perform its assigned mission.
c.
Special Information Paragraphs.
(1) Lubrication. Lubrication instructions have been included in the table where applicable. Refer to LO 9-
4310-397-12 for hardtime lubrication points and intervals.
(2)
Corrosion Prevention and Control. If a corrosion problem is identified, it can be reported using Standard
Form 368, Product Quality Deficiency Report. The form should be submitted to the address specified in
DA Pam 738-750. This will result in more definitive actions be taken to prevent future occurrences.
(3)
AOAP Sampling Interval. This rotary air compressor is not enrolled in the Army Oil Analysis Program.
HARDTIME INTERVALS APPL. Refer to LO 9-4310-397-12 for hardtime lubrication points and intervals.
(4)
Leakage Definition for Unit PMCS. It is necessary for you to know how fluid leakage affects the status of
your air compressor. The following are types/classes of leakage a mechanic needs to know to be able to
determine the status of their Air Compressor. When in doubt, notify your supervisor.
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