TM 9-4940-549-14&P
OPERATOR/CREW MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Section I. LUBRICATION
GENERAL LUBRICATION INFORMATION.
This section contains lubrication instructions which are supplemental
a.
to and not specifically covered in the lubrication order.
b.
For the current lubrication order, refer to LO 9-4940-430-12.
Lubrication instructions for shop components are contained in the
c.
components manual.
DETAILED LUBRICATION INFORMATION .
Care of Lubricants. Store all lubricants in closed containers and
a.
keep them in a clean, dry area, away from heat. Keep all lubrica-
tion equipment clean and ready for use.
b.
Cleaning.
(1) Wipe areas around the points of lubrication before and after
applying lubricant.
(2) Always keep shop set free of spilled lubricant.
c.
Operation After Lubrication. After each engine oil change, start the
engine and check the oil pressure. If oil pressure is not indicated
within 30 seconds, stop engine and check oil level. Add oil if neces-
sary. Inspect the oil filter, oil lines, and connections for leaks.
Section II. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES
GENERAL.
To insure that the shop set is ready for operation at all times,
it must be inspected systematically so that. defects may be discovered and
corrected before they result in serious damage or failure. The necessary
preventive maintenance checks and services to be performed are listed in
for future correction, to be made as soon as operation has ceased. Stop
operation immediately if a deficiency is noted which would damage the
equipment if operation were continued. All deficiencies and shortcomings
will. be recorded, together with the corrective action taken, on DA Form
2410 (Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Worksheet) at the earliest
possible opportunity.
3-4.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES.
Refer to table 3-1 for
a list of checks and services.
