TM 5-3825-230-14&P
Table 2-1. Operator Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services - CONT.
NOTE: Within designated interval, these checks are to be performed in the order listed.
B - BEFORE
D-DURING
A-AFTER
W-WEEKLY
M-MONTHLY
Procedure
Equipment Is
Item
Interval
Item To Be
Check for and have repaired or
Not Ready/
No.
B
D A
W
M
Inspected
adjusted as necessary
Available If:
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Hydraulic
System
a.
Check that hydraulic fluid
Fluid level is low.
reservoir is full.
Fill as needed
(para 3-13).
b.
Check condition of hydraulic
Fluid appears milky or foamy.
fluid in reservoir.
c.
Check hydraulic breather.
Breather is bent or missing.
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Fuel System
Fuel is very flammable and can
explode easily. To avoid serious
injury or death, keep fuel away
from open fire and keep fire
extinguisher within easy reach
when working with fuel. Do not
work on fuel system when engine is
hot. Fuel can be ignited by hot
engine. When working with fuel,
post signs that read: "NO
SMOKING WITHIN 50 FEET
(15.24 m) OF VEHICLE."
a.
Check to see fuel tank is full.
Inspect filler screen for
obstructions. Fill as necessary
(para 3-8).
b.
Check fuel tank, hoses, and
Any fuel leakage is present or
connections for leaks or damage.
damage that would impair the
Make sure all connections are
mission of the sweeper.
secure.
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