PS Magazine - TB 43-PS-595
PS, The Preventative Maintenance Monthly
ISSUE 595
JUNE 2002
TB 43-PS-595, The Preventive Maintenance Monthly, is an official pub-
lication of the Department of the Army, providing information for all
soldiers assigned to combat and combat support units and all soldiers
with unit maintenance and supply duties. All information published has
been reviewed and approved by the agency responsible for the equip-
ment, publication or policy discussed. Application of the information is
optional with the user. Masculine pronouns may refer to both genders.
Lead-Acid Batteries
Engine Cooling Systems
Tire Maintenance
Air Induction Systems Maintenance
HEMTT Blackout Light
HEMTT Socket Seal and Retainer
2-4
5-7
8-9
10-12
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12
WHEELED VEHICLES
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ISSUE 595
JUNE 2002
ERIC K. SHINSEKI
General, United States Army Chief of Staff
JOEL B. HUDSON
Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Army
COMMUNICATIONS
36
Grounding in the Desert
Commo PM in Desert Conditions
AN/GRC-103 Radio
13
COMBAT VEHICLES
Grease Fitting Caps
Bradley TOW Stud
Tips for Air, Fuel, Water, Track & Optics
M1A1/A2 Tanks M256 Cannon Tube
M1A1 MRS O-Ring
M88A1 Roadwheel Pressure
M113A2 FOV Maintenance Information
13
13
14-17
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20-22
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AVIATION
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Aircraft Covering and Cleaning
UH-60 Nylon Washer Inspection
AH-64A Avionics Bay Protection
46-48
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missions performed
in the heat or in
the desert will be
successful only if
you’ve planned
ahead by doing PM.
Thumb through the book
and find information on
cooling systems, air
induction systems, fuel
systems, batteries, tires,
fuel systems, weapons,
communications equipment,
aviation
and
much more.
This issue is devoted to
PM tips that will stand
you in good stead in the
heat and sand.
This issue is devoted to
PM tips that will stand
you in good stead in the
heat and sand.
In all conditions
-
weather and
terrain
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PM makes
a difference in
whether a mission
succeeds or fails.
But standard PM is not
enough when you’re
working in heat or
blowing sand and dust.
These extreme condi-
tions will mean changes
in the way you do
preventive maintenance
and in the preventive
maintenance you do.
But standard PM is not
enough when you’re
working in heat or
blowing sand and dust.
These extreme condi-
tions will mean changes
in the way you do
preventive maintenance
and in the preventive
maintenance you do.
But in extreme conditions
such as high heat and
desert, PM may be the
most important element
of your battle plan.
M16-Series Rifle, M4/M4A1 Carbine
Small Arms PM in Sandy Conditions
23
24-25
SMALL ARMS
23
Avenger ECU/PPU Cable
Avenger Launcher Tips
51
52-53
MISSILES
51
M12A1 Decon Cooling
M17-Series, M12A1 Decon Pump PM
M40-, M42-Series Mask Canisters
54-55
56
57
NBC
54
Glove NSNs
Tent, Tarp and Vehicle Cover Repairs
58
59
SOLDIER SUPPORT
58
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40-43
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11:37 AM
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