TM-9-2350-358-BD
HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A6
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, AND DIRECT SUPPORT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE
MARCH 1994
TM-9-2350-358-BD - Page 129 of 343
TM 9-2350-358-BD
5-12.
FITTINGS LEAKING - CONTINUED
Limitations:
None
Personnel/Time Required:
•
1 soldier
•
0.5-1.0 hour
Materials/Tools:
•
Fuel resistant sealant (silicone, rubber or similar material) (scavenge from available source)
•
String or light tie cord (scavenge from available source)
References:
•
TM 9-2350-314-20-1-1
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TM 9-2350-314-34-1
•
TM 9-2815-202-34
Other Options:
Wrap teflon tape around lines and tighten fitting.
1.
Remove coupling flange nut.
2.
Slide coupling flange nut up, away from flared end.
3.
Clean grease, oil and fuel from flared end.
4.
Wrap string around flared end of line.
5.
Coat string liberally with fuel resistant sealant.
6.
Reinstall line and tighten nut securely.
7.
Check for leaks.
If still leaking, repeat procedure using more string.
8.
Record the BDAR action taken.
When the mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system
using standard maintenance procedures.
5-12
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