TM 5-2590-512-13&P
2-7. TABLE OF OPERATOR PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS).
Item
Item to be
Procedure
Not Fully Mission
No.
Interval
Checked or
Capable If:
Service
7.
Before
Hydraulic Hoses,
During
Fittings, and Clamps
After
WARNING
Hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin or damage
eyes. Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible. Never use a
bare hand to feel for leaks.
Hydraulic fluid, injected into the skin under pressure, must be
removed by a doctor familiar with this injury and within a few
hours.
Always wear safety goggles to protect eyes. Ensure hydraulic
fluid power source is disconnected prior to
servicing any components.
Check for hydraulic leaks at fittings.
If Class III Leak.
Ensure hoses are secured in brackets and
clamps. Check bracket and clamp hard-
ware for defects. Ensure clamps are tight.
Check hoses, hose fittings, and couplings
Wire mesh
for wear due to rubbing. They are OK
showing.
unless wire mesh inside hose, (second
layer), is showing.
8.
After
Auger
Clean and remove excess debris before
Auger Drive Unit
storage.
Where hydraulic leaks and loose clamps are most likely to occur.
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