TM 5-5420-280-10
0036 00
Pallet Mechanical Troubleshooting.
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. SUPPORTING CYLINDER WINCH WILL NOT LOWER SUPPORTING CYLINDER
Step 1. Check that retaining pin is removed from connecting link.
Remove retaining pin from connecting link. Refer to WP 0007 00.
Step 2. Check for binding winch strap.
Unreel strap and wind as necessary while maintaining tension on
strap.
END OF TESTING
2. SUPPORTING CYLINDER WINCH WILL NOT LIFT SUPPORTING CYLINDER
Step 1. Check that retaining pin is removed from supporting cylinder.
Remove retaining pin from supporting cylinder. Refer to WP 0007 00.
Step 2. Check that supporting cylinder bottom plate clears ground.
Raise supporting cylinder until fully retracted. Refer to WP 0020 00.
Step 3. Check for broken winch strap.
If winch strap is broken, notify field maintenance.
END OF TESTING
3. STEERING WHEELS WILL NOT TURN
NOTE
Steering radius is very limited.
Step 1. Check that both retaining pins are removed from steering levers.
Remove retaining pins from steering levers. Refer to WP 0007 00.
Step 2. Check for obstruction or jamming caused by rocks or debris.
Remove obstruction or clean debris from steering wheels. Refer to
Step 3. Check for bent or broken tie-rod or steering links.
If tie-rod or steering links are bent or broken, notify field
maintenance.
Step 4. Check for binding bellcranks or steering levers.
If bellcranks or steering levers are binding, notify field maintenance.
END OF TESTING
