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CARRIER, M113A2, M577A2, M1064, M1068, M1059 AND M901A1
TECHNICAL MANUAL; DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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SERVICE CHEMICAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER (M1059 ONLY) — Continued
14. Examine hose (1) and hose couplings (2) for cuts or cracks.
15. Check nozzle (3) for proper operation.
a.
Check handle (4) for binding.
b.
Unscrew nozzle tip (5) and inspect for obstructions or damaged gasket (6).
c.
Inspect plunger tip (7) for cuts or brittleness.
16. Check hose (1) for blockage.
a.
Place extinguisher (8) horizontally on solid surface with discharge outlet UP.
b.
Loosen filler cap (9) three and one half turns.
c.
Wipe nozzle (3) clean and blow into extinguisher (8), observing gas escape from filler cap (9).
d.
Unscrew hose (1) from extinguisher (8) and check preformed packing (10) for damage. If damaged, replace.
17. Return extinguisher (8) to upright position and remove filler cap (9). Remove any remaining dust.
18. Inspect filler cap (9) threads for nicks, cross threading, corrosion, and wear.
19. Check pressure relief vent (11) for obstructions.
20. Remove quad ring (12) and flat gasket (13) from filler cap (9).
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