TM 5-5420-202-20-4
LEFT DISCHARGE VALVE, TUBES. AND RELATED PARTS REPLACEMENT
(FIXED FIRE EXTINGUISHER) (Sheet 3 of 5)
INSPECTION:
Make sure all connections
that could cause leakage.
and seating surfaces are free
Replace any damaged part.
NOTE
of nicks, burrs, or other defects
Apply zinc chromate primer to all threads prior to installa-
tion of threaded tube/hose connectors:
ASSEMBLY:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Secure check valve (A) in vise.
Using 15/16 inch wrench, install bushing (B) into free flow end of check valve (A). Using
15/16 inch socket, ratchet, and torque wrench, tighten bushing (B) to 40-50 lb-ft (54-
75 N•m).
Using 3/4 inch wrench, install adapter (C) into bushing (B). Using 3/4 inch socket, ratchet,
and torque wrench, tighten adapter (C) to 40-50 lb-ft (54-75 N•m).
Using 7/8 inch wrench, install tube (D) loosely onto adapter (C). Tube (D) must remain
loose for positioning during installation.
Go on to Sheet 4
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