TM 5-2330-325-13&P
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GENERAL INFORMATION
1.
These general maintenance instructions contain general shop practices and specific methods with which
you must be familiar to properly maintain the equipment. You should read and understand these practices
and methods before performing any maintenance procedures.
2.
Before beginning a task, find out how much repair, modification, or replacement is needed to fix the
equipment. Sometimes the reason for equipment failure can be seen right away and complete tear down is
not necessary. Disassemble equipment only as far as necessary to repair or replace damaged parts.
3.
In some cases, a part may be damaged during removal. If the part appears to be good, and other parts
behind it are not defective, leave it in place and continue with the procedure. Here are a few simple rules:
a.
Do not remove dowel pins or studs unless loose, bent, broken, or otherwise damaged or if damaged
parts are behind them.
b.
Do not remove bearings or bushings unless damaged. If you need to remove them to access parts
behind, carefully pull out bearings and bushings.
c.
Replace all gaskets, lockwashers, self-locking nuts, seals, cotter pins, and preformed packings.
4.
The following "Initial Setup" information applies to all maintenance procedures.
a.
Resources are not listed unless they apply to the procedure.
b.
"Personnel Required" is listed only if more than one mechanic is required to complete the procedure.
5.
All tags and forms attached to the equipment must be checked to learn the reason for removal of equipment
from service. Modification Work Orders (MWOs) and Technical Bulletins (TBs) must also be checked for
equipment changes and updates.
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WORK SAFETY
1.
Review all Warnings, Cautions, and Notes prior to doing the maintenance task.
2.
Before beginning a procedure, think about the safety risks and hazards to yourself and to others. Wear
protective gear such as eye protection, safety shoes, or gloves.
3.
Before beginning a procedure, ensure that the following conditions have been observed, unless
otherwise specified:
a.
Semitrailer, if coupled, should be parked on level ground with towing vehicle parking brake set.
b.
Engine must be off if towing vehicle is coupled to semitrailer, unless otherwise indicated.
c.
Components must be at operating temperature to be tested.
4.
Immediately clean up spilled fluids to avoid slipping.
5.
When lifting heavy parts, have someone help you. Ensure that lifting equipment or jack is working properly,
that it meets weight requirement of part being lifted, and that it is securely fastened to part.
6.
Always use power tools carefully.
END OF TASK
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