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 160 of 343
TM 9-2350-358-BD
6-14.
RADIATOR SURGE TANK LEAKING
General Information:
Radiator surge tank allows overflow of the radiator during normal operation of the engine.
Battle damage to surge tank
would cause overheating due to loss of coolant.
Damage to the surge tank can be repaired using fiberglass.
Limitations:
None
Personnel/Time Required:
•
1 soldier
•
2.0 hours
Materials/Tools:
Plastic repair kit (item 48, Appendix C)
Other Options:
Use fiberglass repair kit (item 50, Appendix C)
References:
•
TM 9-2350-314-10
•
TM 9-2350-314-20-1-1
Procedural Steps:
1.
Gain access to the radiator surge tank.
2.
Drain radiator surge tank (if necessary) until level is below damaged area.
3.
Repair radiator surge tank using plastic repair kit.
4.
Refill the cooling system and check for leaks.
5.
Record the BDAR action taken.
When mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system
using standard maintenance procedures.
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