TM 9-2330-359-14&P
Section Ill. ORGANIZATIONAL PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS
AND SERVICES (PMCS)
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General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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General PMCS Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Reporting Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Service Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Specific PMCS Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Organizational Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS), Table 4-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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4 - 7 . G E N E R A L.
To ensure that the M872 Series Flatbed Semitrailers are ready for operation at all times, they must be inspected
on a regular basis so that defects may be found before they result in serious damage, equipment failure, or injury to
personnel. This section contains systematic instructions on inspections, adjustments, and corrections to be
performed by organizational maintenance.
4-8. SERVICE INTERVALS.
Perform PMCS, found in Table 4-1, at the following intervals:
(1) Perforrn Quarterly (Q) PMCS once every three months.
(2) Perform Semiannual (S) PMCS once every six months.
(3) Perform Annual (A) PMCS once each year.
4-9. REPORTING REPAIRS .
Report all defects and corrective actions on DA Form 2404. If a serious problem is found, report it to your
supervisor immediately.
4-10. GENERAL PMCS PROCEDURES.
WARNING
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 100°F-138°F (38°C-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 get medical aid.
a. Keep equipment clean. Dirt, oil, and debris may cover up a serious problem. Clean as you work and as
needed. Use dry cleaning solvent (Item 12, Appendix E) on all metal surfaces. Use soap (Item 5, Appendix E) and water
on rubber, plastic, and painted surfaces.
b. While performing PMCS, inspect the following components:
(1) Bolts, Nuts, and Screws. Ensure that they are not loose, missing, bent, or broken. Tighten any that
are loose.
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