TM 9-2320-273-20
ETHER QUICK-START SYSTEM
4-30. ETHER CYLINDER MAINTENANCE.
THIS TASK COVERS: (APPROXIMATE TIME REQUIRED FOLLOWS TASK DESCRIPTION.)
a. Removal.
( 5)
b. Installation.
c. Check Operation. ( 5)
20 Minutes Total.
INITIAL SETUP
EQUIPMENT CONDITION
APPLICABLE CONFIGURATIONS
PARAGRAPH
CONDITION DESCRIPTION
All.
None.
None.
TEST EQUIPMENT
None.
SPECIAL TOOLS
None.
MATERIALS/PARTS (P/N)
Ether Cylinder (2910-01-072-1783).
PERSONNEL REQUIRED
SPECIAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Two (MOS-63B20).
(2nd Mechanic Operates
1. Coolant Temperature Must be Below 50°F or Ether
Cab Control in Part C).
Solenoid Valve Will Not Function.
REFERENCES (TM)
2. Work in a Well Ventilated Area Away From Sparks or
TM 9-2320-273-20P.
Flame.
3. Vehicle Parked on Level Ground.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Ether is Highly Explosive.
TROUBLESHOOTING REFERENCES
Be Alert for the Strong Odor of Spilled Ether.
Guard Against Flame or Sparks in Work Area.
Table 5-3.
Engine OFF.
Transmission in Neutral.
Park Brake Set.
4-100
(10)
