TM-9-2350-311-20-1

HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A2, M109A3, M109A4 AND M109A5

TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR HULL, POWERPLANT, DRIVE CONTROLS, TRACKS, SUSPENSION, AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS

AUGUST 1994

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b. Installatlon

Ensure engine and coolant system are cool enough to permit safe handling in

order to prevent bums.

Adhesives are toxic and flammable. Apply adhesives only in a well-ventilated area.

Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes, and don’t breath vapors. Do not use

near heat, sparks, or open flame. Read and follow all warnings and instructions on

labels of adhesives. If contact with skin or eyes is made, wash area with water and

seek medical aid immediately.

Use adhesive at hose, tube, and casting interface when installing surge tank.

1 Install new gasket (21), relief valve (20), and four screws (19) onto block (22).

2 Install elbow (18) and hose (17) and screw on nut (16) at lower end of relief valve (20).

3 Place surge tank (15) back into position.

Hoses must cover unpainted areas of tubes and fittings or be positioned evenly

between red bands on tubes and housings.

4 Connect five hoses (10, 11, 12, 13, and 14) to surge tank (15).

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