TM-5-2330-325-13-P
SEMITRAILER, MEDIUM HEAVY EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER (MHET), 40 TON, M870A3
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR AND FIELD MAINTENANCE MANUAL INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST
JUNE 2014
TM-5-2330-325-13-P - Page 179 of 648
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
GLADHAND SERVICE
INITIAL SETUP:
Materials/Parts
Detergent, General Purpose, Liquid
(WP 0143, Table 1, Item 8)
Rag, Wiping
Materials/Parts (cont.)
(WP 0143, Table 1, Item 21)
CLEANING
1.
Use a rag to remove any buildup of grease and dirt from gladhands.
2.
Use a rag, detergent, and water to thoroughly clean gladhand connecting surfaces (Figure 1, Item 1) to
include packing ring (Figure 1, Item 2).
3.
Allow parts to dry thoroughly.
END OF TASK
INSPECTION
1.
Inspect gladhands for damage.
a.
Check rubber grommet and screen for damage.
b.
Use a soapy solution to check for air leaks.
2.
Notify Field Maintenance if any damage is found.
1
2
466-0031
Figure 1.
Gladhands.
END OF TASK
END OF WORK PACKAGE
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