TM-9-2350-358-BD

HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A6

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, AND DIRECT SUPPORT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE

MARCH 1994

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TM 9-2350-358-BD

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FUEL LINE (LOW PRESSURE) RUPTURE - CONTINUED

Materials/Tools:

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Tape, duct (item 62 or 63, Appendix C)

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Wire, safety (item 80, Appendix C)

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Clamp, hose (item 7, Appendix C)

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Sealant (item 55 or 2, Appendix C)

References:

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TM 9-2350-314-20-1-1

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TM 9-2350-314-34-1

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TM 9-2815-202-34

Procedural Steps:

1.

Cut out damaged portion of metal tubing.

2.

Clean both ends of tubing.

3.

Cut a piece of rubber hose two inches longer than the length of removed tubing.

WARNING

Adhesives, solvents, and sealing compounds can burn easily, can

give off harmful vapors, and are harmful to skin and clothing.

To

avoid injury or death, keep away from open fire and use in well-

ventilated area.

If adhesive, solvent, or sealing compound gets on

skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water.

4.

Apply sealant to both ends of tubing.

5.

Insert the tubing ends one inch into the hose.

6.

Secure with hose clamps or tightly twisted wire.

7.

If the hose is too large, the tubing can be flared or sleeved to fit.

8.

Record the BDAR action taken.

When the mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system

using standard maintenance procedures.

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