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2-4.
EXPLANATION OF TABLE ENTRIES (Con’t).
e.
Not Fully Mission Capable If: Column. Information in this column tells you what faults will keep your
equipment from being capable of performing its primary mission. If you make check and service procedures that
show faults listed in this column, do not operate the equipment. Follow standard operating procedures for maintaining
the equipment or reporting equipment failure.
2-5.
GENERAL PMCS PROCEDURES.
a.
Always perform PMCS in the same order so it gets to be a habit. Once you’ve had some practice, you’ll
spot anything wrong in a hurry. If the dolly set does not perform as required, refer to the appropriate troubleshooting
task in Chapter 3, Section Ii.
b.
If anything looks wrong and you can’t fix it, write it on your DA Form 2404. If you find something seriously
wrong, IMMEDIATELY report it to your supervisor.
c.
Before performing preventive maintenance, read ail the checks required for the applicable interval and
prepare all tools needed to make all checks. Have several clean rags (item 25, Appendix F) handy. Perform ALL
inspections at the applicable interval.
Dry cleaning solvent, P-D-680, is toxic and flammable. Always wear protective
goggles and gloves, and use only in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes, and clothes, and DO NOT breathe vapors. DO NOT use near open flame or
excessive heat. The solvent’s flash point is 100oF-138°F (38OC-59°C). If you
become dizzy while using cleaning solvent, immediately get fresh air and medical help.
If solvent contacts eyes, Immediately wash your eyes and seek medical attention.
(1)
Keep It Clean. Dirt, grease, oil, and debris get in the way and may cover up a serious problem.
Clean as you work and as needed. Use dry cleaning solvent (Item 27, Appendix F) on ail metal surfaces. Use
dishwashing compound (Item 7, Appendix F) and water when you clean rubber, plastic, and painted surfaces.
(2)
Rust and Corrosion. Check metal parts of doily set and frame for rust and corrosion. If any bare
metal or corrosion exists, clean and apply a light coat of lubricating oil (Item 23, Appendix F). Report it to your
supervisor.
(3)
Bolts, Nuts, and Screws. Check bolts, nuts, and screws for obvious looseness, missing, bent, or
broken condition. You can’t try them ail with a tool, of course, but look for chipped paint, bare metal, or rust around bolt
heads. if you find one you think is loose, report it to your supervisor.
(4)
Welds. Look for loose or chipped paint, rust, or gaps where pans are welded together. If you find a
bad weld, report it to your supervisor.
(5)
Electric Wires and Connectors. Look for cracked or broken insulation, bare wires, and loose or
broken connectors. Tighten loose connectors and ensure that the wires are in good condition.
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