TM 5-5420-278-100013 000013 00-3WARNINGCompressed air source will not exceed 30 psi (207 kPa). When cleaning with compressed air,eyeshields must be worn. Failure to comply may resultin injury to personnel.a. Keep it clean. Dirt, grease, oil, and debris get in the way and may cover upa serious problem. Clean work area as needed. Use Skysol-100 on all metalsurfaces. Use soap and water to clean rubber or plastic material. Dry withcompressed air or clean, dry, lint-free cloths (Item 8, WP 0072 00).b. Bolts, nuts, and screws. Check them all for obvious looseness, missing,bent, or broken condition. Look for chipped paint, bare metal, or rust around boltheads; if loose, notify unit maintenance.c. Wiring harnesses, wires, and connectors. Look for cracked or brokenwiring harness insulation, bare wires, and loose or broken connectors. If faultywiring or loose connections are found, notify unit maintenance.d. Fluid lines. Look for wear, damage, and leaks. Make sure clamps andfittings are tight. Wet spots and stains around a fitting or connector can mean aleak. If a leak comes from a loose connector, notify unit mainenance. If somethingis broken or worn out, notify unit maintenance.e. Air system components. Look for wear or damage to air lines and fittings.Make sure clamps and fittings are tight. If damage, wear, or leaks are found, notifyunit maintenance.LEAKSa. It is necessary to know how fluid leaks affect equipment operation andreadiness. The following definitions for types/classes of leakage shall be observed.CAUTIONEquipment operation is allowable with minor leakage(Class I or II) of any fluid except fuel. Of course,consideration must be given to the fluid capacity in theitem being checked/inspected. When in doubt, notifyyour supervisor.When operating with Class I or II leaks, continue tocheck fluid level more often than required in thePMCS. Parts without fluid will stop working and/orcause equipment damage.Class III leaks should be reported to your supervisor orunit maintenance.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS (Contd)
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