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

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CLEANING - Continued

WARNING

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Improper cleaning methods and use of unauthorized cleaning solvents may injure

personnel and damage equipment. Failure to comply may result in death or injury

to personnel. Seek medical attention in the event of an injury.

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Cloths or rags saturated with solvent cleaning compound must be disposed of

using IAW authorized facilities procedures. Failure to comply may result in death or

injury to personnel. Seek medical attention in the event of an injury.

2.

Remove grease and oil with cleaning compound solvent using a soft rag.

END OF TASK

INSPECTION

1.

Inspect for loose, missing, or damaged parts.

2.

Inspect air reservoir for cracks, dents, holes, and bulges.

3.

Inspect mounting brackets for cracks, warps, and broken welds.

4.

Inspect for rust or corrosion.

5.

Replace defective parts.

END OF TASK

INSTALLATION

1.

Install air reservoir (Figure 2, Item 2) and two new gaskets (Figure 2, Item 8) on semitrailer frame

(Figure 2, Item 9) with four bolts (Figure 2, Item 1), eight washers (Figure 2, Item 7), and four new

self-locking nuts (Figure 2, Item 6).

2.

Remove tape from elbow opening, apply antiseizing tape to threads of elbow (Figure 2, Item 4), and install

elbow on air reservoir (Figure 2, Item 2).

3.

Connect air hose (Figure 2, Item 5) to elbow (Figure 2, Item 4).

4.

Remove tape from reservoir outlet (Figure 2, Item 3) to spring brake control valve.

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