PS Magazine - TB 43-PS-717
PS, The Preventative Maintenance Monthly
ISSUE 717
AUGUST 2012
14
PS 717
AUG 12
Operating in Extreme Temperatures
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10.
Check fuids daily, including the batteries (iF you don’t use maintenance-Free
batteries in your PLS).
Check tire pressure daily.
Check batteries For cracks.
Replace worn engine belts.
Clean air ±lters and radiator ±ns daily.
Keep air conditioner ±ns Free From
dirt and sand.
Wipe dirt away From the Fuel tank’s
lid beFore opening it.
Keep the outside oF the vehicle Free
From dirt and sand. IF they cake up on
your PLS, your vehicle can overheat.
Watch all gauges and indicator lights
For proper readings.
Cover windows when not in use. That
keeps the inside oF the vehicle cooler.
PMCS Tips
1.
Inspect add-on armor (AOA) For missing or loose bolts weekly.
2.
Check cab mount bushings For over-
compression.
3.
Inspect the escape hatch position, latches
and latch hardware to ensure they’re
properly placed and not worn out.
4.
Check the air conditioner. IF it isn’t
blowing cold air, have maintenance check
it For leaks beFore your mission.
5.
AOA requires Frequent checks. Conduct
vehicle checks at each stop during
missions.
6.
Idle the engine beFore shut down to allow
time For cool down.
7.
Drain the Fuel/water separator daily.
Armor Concerns
1.
AOA aFFects vehicle handling, so make sure you Factor in greater stopping
distances due to the extra weight oF the PLS. The added weight will aFFect engine
exhaust brake operation. Reduce speed beFore turning.
2.
Do not park on slopes iF possible. IF the door fies open, the extreme weight oF it
can cause injury to personnel or damage to equipment.
3.
AOA causes excess wear on the PLS’ engine, drive line, brakes, suspension and
steering components. Make sure they’re serviced.
4.
AOA reduces visibility, so stay alert and be sure your assistant driver is also alert.
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
When temperatures reach 100°²:
1.
Use OE/HDO 40 in the engine.
2.
Use 15W/40 in the transmission.
3.
Use a mixture oF 50% water and 50%
antiFreeze in the radiator.
4.
Lubricate the PLS and PLS trailer oFten,
wiping oFF ±ttings ±rst.
PLS…
How to
Beat
the
heat
Got questions?
Send an email to:
PLS2@conus.army.mil
Some places in the
sandbox can get so
hot
it
feels like the scorching
air of a blow dryer is
blasting your face!
gosh!
y’
gotta
give
me time to
cool down
before you
shut me down!
if you feel this
way, your M10
7
4,
M10
7
5 and M10
7
6
PLS probably
do,
too.
so check out the
information below
from gta 43-01-012
for ways to help your
pls
beat the heat!
And remember to still
eyeball your vehicle’s
-10 tm and other
maintenance manuals
for pmcs guidance.
you’re
darn right
we do!
hey, have you
checked my
tires lately?
I think my
left rear is a
little
low.
717 14-15.indd
1-2
6/22/12
11:47 AM
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