TM-9-2350-311-20-2

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

TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR CAB, ARMAMENT, SIGHTING AND FIRE CONTROL, ELEVATING AND TRAVERSING SYSTEMS AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS

DECEMBER 1993

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6–17 HYDRAULIC FILTER ASSEMBLY — CONTINUED

d.

Assembly

NOTE

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There are three approved manufacturers for the filter assembly. The filter element is the only

part interchangeable between all the manufacturers. Identify the manufacturer to perform the

correct steps.

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Lubricate new preformed packings and packing retainers with hydraulic fluid.

1

To assemble Pall Land and Marine Corporation filter assembly (2):

(a)

Install new preformed packing (21) and new packing retainer (20) into groove of manifold (13). Ensure

the cut ends of packing retainer overlap smoothly and do not protrude out of the groove.

(b)

Install new filter element (19) into the filter housing (18) ensuring the hole of the filter element is visible.

(c)

Screw filter housing (18) into manifold (13) until firmly seated.

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18

13

21

20

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