TM-5-3805-254-14-P-1

TRUCK, DUMP, 20 TON, 6X4, ON-OFF HIGHWAY 71,000 GVW, IHC MODEL F-5070 (CCE)

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S, ORGANIZATIONAL, DIRECT SUPPORT, GENERAL SUPPORT AND DEPOT MAINTENANCE MANUAL (INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS INFORMATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS)

AUGUST 1980
TM-5-3805-254-14-P-1

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MAINTENANCE
enamel film, thus exposing the pigment to ultra-violet
attack which accelerates chalking and dulling of the
paint.
C.
Carefully check the paint and touch up all
exposed primed or raw metal surfaces to prevent rust.
D.
Clean and wax all chrome and stainless steel
metal parts with a thick coat of custom auto wax to
prevent discoloration from the elements.
NOTE:
After
each washing be sure that the chrome and bright metal
parts are rewaxed as necessary.
2.
FOURTH MONTH STORAGE SERVICE
The operations defined below should be performed
on all new vehicles which have been in storage four
months.
Operations To Be Performed
A.
Start engine and operate at fast idle until normal
engine operating temperature is reached.
B.
Operate air conditioner (if equipped) for a few
moments.
C.
Rinse wash vehicle.
D.
Touch up any paint damage.
E.
Clean and wax bright metal.
F.
Check battery water level and specific gravity.
NOTE:
If gravity is under 1.225, recharge battery.
G.
Check radiator coolant level.
Also check coolant
for adequate freeze protection.
H.
Install fuel tank rust inhibitor kit No.
285 037
C91 (steel tanks only).
I.
Check to assure all tires are inflated (visually).
J.
Drive vehicle to parking area.
Refer to parking
area Cautions outlined under General Instructions.
K.
Drain air brake reservoir(s), then close drain
cock.
L.
Cover end of vertical exhaust stacks.
M.
Disconnect battery(s) ground cable.
This will
prevent accidental starting, or shorting of the electrical
system.
N.
To prevent fading of the interior trim when the
vehicle is exposed to the ultraviolet rays of the sun,
spray or apply a coating of Bon-Ami or similar substance
on the inside of the windshield and windows.
3.
ONCE A MONTH STORAGE SERVICE AFTER
FOUR MONTHS.
A.
Remove vertical exhaust stack covers.
B.
Connect battery(s) ground cable.
C.
Start engine and operate at fast idle until normal
engine operating temperature is reached.
D.
Operate air conditioner (if equipped) for a few
moments.
E.
IMPORTANT:
Where vehicles are stored
outside, particularly along coastal areas, paint and bright
metal deterioration will be more rapid due to prevailing
salt water atmosphere and high humidity.
For this
reason it may be necessary to wash the vehicle and wax
the chrome and stainless steel metal parts once a
month.
This operation must be determined by the
branch or dealer.
F.
Check tire pressure visually.
G.
Engage and disengage clutch and parking
brake.
H.
Disconnect battery(s) ground cable.
This will
prevent accidental starting or shorting of the electrical
system.
I.
Install vertical exhaust stack covers.
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