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ARMORED COMBAT EARTHMOVER (ACE), M9
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S, UNIT, DIRECT SUPPORT, AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL (INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST) SUPPORTING THE HYDRAULIC BLADE FOLDER-TRACK TENSIONER (HBF-TT)
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LEAKAGE DEFINITIONS - continued
CAUTION
Equipment operation is allowable with minor leakages (Class I or II). Of course, you must
consider thefluidcapacity intheitem/system beingchecked/inspected. When indoubt, notify
your supervisor. When operating with Class I or Class II leaks, continue to check fluid levels
as required in your PMCS.
Class III leaks should be reported to your supervisor or unit maintenance.
b.
Equipment operation is allowed with minor (Class I or II) leakage. Fluid levels in an item/system affected with such
leakage must be checked more frequently than required in PMCS. When in doubt notify your supervisor.
c. Report Class III leaks IMMEDIATELY to your supervisor or unit maintenance.
GENERAL PMCS PROCEDURES
WARNING
Cleaning solvent (PF05) iscombustible. Wearprotective goggles andgloves; useonly
in a well-ventilated area; avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes; and do not
breathe vapors. Keep away from heat or flame. Never smoke when using cleaning
solvent;theflashpointis144°F(62°C). Failuretofollowthiswarningmayresultininjury
or death to personnel. A fire extinguisher will be kept nearby when the solvent is
used.
a.
Keep equipment clean. Dirt, oil, and debris may cover up a serious problem. Clean as you work and as needed.
Use cleaning solvent (Item 7, WP 0055 00) on all metal surfaces. Use soap (Item 11, WP 0055 00) and water on
rubber, plastic, and painted surfaces.
b. While performing specific PMCS procedures, inspect the following components:
(1)
Bolts, Nuts, and Screws.
Make sure they are not loose, missing, bent, or broken. Report loose or missing
bolts, nuts, and screws to Unit maintenance.
(2)
Welds.
Inspect for gaps where parts are welded together. Check for loose or chipped paint, rust, and cracks.
Report bad welds to Unit maintenance.
(3)
Electric Conduit, Wires, or Connectors.
Inspect for cracked or broken conduit insulation, bare wires, and
loose or broken connectors. Report loose connections and faulty wiring to Unit maintenance.
(4)
Hoses, Lines, Clamps andFittings.
Inspect forwear, damage, and leaks. Make surethatclamps andfittings
are tight. Report any damage, leaks, or loose fittings to unit maintenance.
c. Check to see that components are adequately lubricated in accordance with Table 11-1.
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