TM 9-2350-277-20-1
RAMP OPERATION IS SLOW OR SLUGGISH
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INITIAL SETUP:
Maintenance Level
Unit
Tools and Special Tools
General Mechanic’s Tool Kit (WP 0926 00, Item 65)
Personnel Required
Unit Mechanic
References
See your -10
Equipment Condition
Engine stopped (see your -10)
Carrier blocked (see your -10)
Power plant rear access panel removed (WP 0439 00)
WARNING
Lowering ramp could injure personnel. Make sure no one is in ramp zone before you lower
ramp. If tactical situation permits, sound horn before dropping ramp.
T
1. Remove hydraulic tank fluid strainer (WP 0669 00).
2. Is strainer clean?
YES
NO
TN
1. Clean strainer (WP 0669 00).
2. Verify no faults found.
Y
1. Install strainer (WP 0669 00).
2. Remove tank breather (WP 0670 00).
3. Start engine and operate ramp (see your -10).
4. Is ramp still sluggish?
YES
NO
YN
1. Service or replace hydraulic tank
breather (WP 0670 00).
2. Verify no faults found.
2Y
1. Install tank breather (WP 0670 00).
2. Operate ramp several times (see your-10).
3. Observe oil through sight glass (see your -10).
4. Is hydraulic fluid free of air bubbles and foam?
YES
NO
2YN
1. Tighten fittings and/or repair/replace
tank to pump hose (WP 0668 00).
2. Verify no faults found.
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