TM-5-2330-378-14-P
SEMITRAILER, LOWBED: 40 TON CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER M870 AND M870A1
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S, UNIT, DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL (INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST)
JUNE 1999
TM-5-2330-378-14-P - Page 36 of 524
TM5-2330-378-14&P
SectionII. OPERATOR/CREWPREVENTIVEMAINTENANCECHECKSANDSERVICES(PMCS)
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General
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2-4
General PMCS Procedures
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2-5
Specific PMCS Procedures
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2-6
Leakage
Definitions .
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Table 2-1
Operator/Crew
PMCS for the M870 and M870A1
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2-3. GENERAL.
a.
To ensurethatthe
M870 and M870Al
semitrailers
are ready for operation atall times, they mustbe
inspected
on a regular basis so that defects may be found before they result in serious damage, equipment
failure, or
injury to personnel. This section contains systematic instructions on inspections, adjustments, and
corrections
to be performed
by the operator/crew.
b.
While performing preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS), read andfollowall
safety instructions
found in the warning summary at the beginning of this manual.
Keep in mind all WARNINGs
and CAUTIONs.
C.
All defects that the operator cannot fix must be reported on a DA Form 2404 immediately
after completing
PMCS.
If a serious problem is found, IMMEDIATELY
report it to your supervisor.
2-4.
GENERAL PMCS PROCEDURES.
WARNING
Drycleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and flammable. Always wear protective goggles
and gloves, and use only in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and
clothes, and DO NOT use near open flame or excessive heat.
a.
Keep equipment clean. Dirt, oil, and debris may cover up a serious problem. Clean as you work and as
needed. Use drycleaning
solvent (item 19, Appendix F) on all metal surfaces.
Use soap and water to clean
rubber, plastic, and painted surfaces.
b.
While performing
specific PMCS procedures,
inspect the following components.
Bolts, Nuts, and Screws.
Make sure they are not missing, bent, or broken.
Report loose or missing bolts,
nuts, and screws to Unit maintenance.
Welds.
Inspect for gaps where parts are welded together.
Check for loose or chipped paint, rust, and cracks.
Report bad welds to Unit maintenance.
Electric Conduits, Wires, orConnectors.
Inspect for cracked orbroken
conduit insulation, barewires,
and
loose or broken connectors.
Report loose connections and faulty wiring to Unit maintenance.
Hoses, Lines, Clamps, and Fittings.
Inspect for wear, damage, and leaks. Make sure clamps and fittings
are tight. Report any damage, leaks, or loose fittings to Unit maintenance.
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