TM9-2350-261-20-1S e c t i o n V . P R E V E N T I V E M A I N T E N A N C E C H E C K S A N DS E R V I C E S ( P M C S )SCOPEThis section details preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) required for the unit maintenancelevel. For crew level PMCS, see your -10.MAINTENANCE FORMS AND RECORDSThe forms and records you fill out have many uses. They are a permanent record of the services, repairs, andchanges made to your carrier. They also tell you whether faults have been repaired. For information on formsand records, see DA Pamphlet 733-750.PMCS PROCEDURESa.b.c.d.e.f.Obey all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS when you do PMCS.Name, caution, and instruction plates should be easy to read: If they are dirty or corroded, clean them, andcoat them with lacquer. See TM 43-0139 for instructions.Perform all lubrication inaccordance with LO9-2350-261-12, LO9-2350-259-12, andLO 9-2350-300-13.If something doesn’t work, troubleshoot it using the troubleshooting procedures beginning on page 3-1 ofthis manual.Do the semiannual PMCS every 1500 miles (2400 km) of operation or no later than 6 months after the lastsemiannual PMCS.Always do your PMCS in the same order so it gets to be a habit. With practice, you’ll spot anything that iswrong.Keep your earner clean. Dirt, grease, oil, and debris only get in the way, and may cover up a seriousproblem. Clean your carrier as you work and as needed.WARNINGDry cleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and flammable. Always use in an open areawith good air flow, away from sparks, heat, or flames. Wear goggles and gloves. Donot breathe vapors. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes. If you get dizzywhile using solvent, breathe fresh air and get medical help. If solvent gets onhands, wash them. If solvent gets in eyes, flush eyes with fresh water and getmedical help immediately. Keep fire extinguisher nearby.h. Use dry cleaning solvent (Item 13, App C) on metal surfaces. Use general purpose detergent(Item 17, App C) and water when you clean rubber or plastic parts.i. You need to know how fluid leaks affect your carrier. Definitions of the types and classes of leaks are givenbelow. You need to know them to determine the condition of your earner. Learn them. REMEMBER:WHEN IN DOUBT, NOTIFY YOUR SUPERVISOR!2-39
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