TM 5-5420-209-12
Table 2-11. Operator Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) for the Ramp Bay cont.
Location
I t e m
Interval
No.
Item to
Item To be Inspected
Equipment Is Not
Procedure
Service/Check
Ready/Available If
36
Before
Lift Pockets and Ensure pin functions properly.
Quick Release
Inspect pin for cracks and broken strands on
Pin
retaining wire rope.
Inspect pockets for cracks and broken welds.
37
Before
Deck Surface
Inspect for punctures, cracks, tears, dents,
Any damage which
(CBP)
holes and broken welds.
allows water into bay
cavity.
Check condition of non-skid coating.
38
Before
Bilge Plug
Ensure plug(s) are secured with wire rope to
ponton.
Any plug missing.
Inspect rubber seal for cuts, elasticity and dry
rot.
Check handle operation.
NOTE
Receptacle consists of entire
housing (Block) in which
connector is seated.
39
Before
Connector
Inspect for cracks, broken welds, elongation
Cracks or broken welds
Receptacle
and deformation.
noted. Elongation or
deformation prevents
proper seating of
connector.
NOTE
Proper connector has a
narrow center bar (0.500
inch); older connectors have
thicker (.69 in) center bar.
Loose or missing set screws
will allow water into bay cavity.
40
Before
Roadway
Connectors
Ensure connector is correct type.
Incorrect connector type.
Inspect connector, eye bracket, set screws,
Any defect which
spring and spring pins for cracks and
prevents proper seating
deformation.
of connector.
41
Before
Hydraulic Pump
Inspect covers for cracks and deformation.
Any cover missing.
Access cover
and Data Plates
Inspect plates for legibility.
42
Before
Hydraulic
Inspect for oil accumulation, leaks, hose
Class II or III leak. Vent
Pumps
connections, lever operation, and air vent
or lever does not
operation.
function properly.
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