TM 9-2330-389-14&P
Section V. GENERAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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General ....................................................................................................... 4-15 ......................................... 4-8
Work Safety.................................................................................................. 4-16 ......................................... 4-8
Cleaning Instructions .................................................................................... 4-17 ........................................ 4-9
Inspection Instructions .................................................................................. 4-18 ....................................... 4-10
Repair Instructions ....................................................................................... 4-19 ....................................... 4-11
Tagging Hoses and Tubes ............................................................................ 4-20 ....................................... 4-11
4-15.
GENERAL.
a.
These general maintenance instructions contain general shop practices and specific methods you must be
familiar with to properly maintain your Tracked Cargo Trailer. You should read and understand these
practices and methods before performing any unit maintenance tasks.
b.
Before beginning a task, find out how much repair, modification, or replacement is needed to fix the
equipment as described in this manual. Sometimes the reason for equipment failure can be seen right away,
and complete teardown is not necessary. Disassemble equipment only as far as necessary to repair or
replace damaged or broken parts.
c.
The following "Initial Setup" information applies to all procedures:
(1)
Resources are not listed unless they apply to the procedure.
(2)
Personnel are listed only if more than one technician is required to complete the task. If "Personnel
Required"' is not listed, one technician can complete the task.
d.
All tags and forms attached to equipment must be checked to learn the reason for removal from service.
Modification Work Orders (MWOs) and Technical Bulletins (TBs) must also be checked for equipment
changes and updates.
e.
In some cases, a part may be damaged by removal. If the part appears to be good, and other parts behind it
are not defective, leave it on and continue with the procedure. Here are a few simple rules:
(1)
Do not remove dowel pins or studs unless loose, bent, broken, or otherwise damaged.
(2)
Do not remove bearings or bushings unless damaged. If you need to remove to access parts behind
them, pull bearings and bushings out carefully.
(3)
Replace all gaskets, seals, and preformed packings.
4-16.
WORK SAFETY.
a.
Observe all WARNINGs and CAUTIONs. Always use power tools carefully.
b.
Protect yourself against injury. Wear protective gear such as safety goggles or lenses, safety shoes, rubber
apron, or gloves.
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