TM 5-3810-288-12
Table 3-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and services
Interval
B - Before operation
A - After operation
M - Monthly
Operator
Org.
D - During operation
W - Weekly
Q - Quarterly
Item
Daily
M
Q
Number
B
D
A
W
Item to be inspected
Procedure
Reference
X
X
Fuel Supply
Keep tank full.
Fuel supply
Keep tank full.
X
Fuel Sediment bowl
Clean Fuel sediment bowl Clean
X
X
Radiator
Fill to inch above battle plate
X
X
Engine oil dipstick
Add oil as indicated
X
Belts
Adjust as required
X
X
Rain shutters
Open before starting engine.
Close after stopping.
X
Oildex filter
Clean glass cup when /2 full.
X
Batteries
Check electrolyte level and tightness of connections.
Fill to % inch (approx.) above the plates.
In freezing weather, run the engine for one hour after
adding water.
X
Wire rope
Check for signs of wear or damage.
X
Engine oil filers
Change filter elements ,
X
Fire extinguisher
Check for broken seal and correct weight
X
Hydraulic flued
Check level and add fluid if necessary
reservoir
X
X
Front drum clutch
Check operation, adjust if necessary.
X
X
Rear drum clutch
Check operation, adjust if necessary.
X
X
Boom hoist clutch
Check operation, adjust if necessary.
X
X
Front drum brake
Check operation, adjust if necessary.
X
X
Rear drum brake
Check operation, adjust if necessary.
X
X
Boom hoist brake
Check operation, adjust if necessary.
X
Swing brake
Check operation, adjust if necessary.
X
Controls
With the unit running operate each control. See that
the control functions properly.
X
Boom and/or jib
Inspect visually for damage including cracks, breaks,
and general condition.
X
Sheaves and hook block
Inspect visually for damage including cracks, breaks,
and general condition.
X
Gages and instruments
Normal readings are:
Coolant temperature
160 to 200' F.
Engine oil pressure
45 psi (maximum)
See figure 2-37
2400 rpm (maximum)
See paragraph 1-4.
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