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2-8. PMCS PROCEDURES- cont.
NOTE
Term "ready/available" and "mission capable" refer to the same status. Equipment Is on hand
and ready to perform its combat missions. (See DA Pam 738-750).
e.
The "EQUIPMENT IS NOT READY/AVAILABLE IF:” column in Table 2-1 tells you when your
equipment is not mission capable and why the system cannot be used.
f.
If the equipment does not perform as required, refer to Chapter 3, Section II, Troubleshooting.
g.
If anything looks wrong and you can't fix it, write it on your DA Form 2404. IMMEDIATELY,
report it to your supervisor.
h.
The following are checks that are common to the entire water system.
(1)
Keep the equipment clean. Remove dirt, sand and debris from quick disconnect couplings,
hose ends, gate valves and distribution nozzles to prevent excessive wear and
contamination of the water system Use soap and water to remove dirt. Do not contaminate
system with any type of cleaning solvent.
(2)
Bolts, nuts and screws Check them for obvious looseness, missing, bent or broken
condition on gate valves. If you find a bolt, nut or screw you think is loose, tighten it or
report it to your supervisor.
(3)
Hoses Look for wear, damage and leaks Make sure coupling clamps and quick disconnect
couplings are tight Wet spots show leaks, but a stain around a fitting or connector can also
mean a leak. If leak comes from a loose fitting or coupling, tighten it. If something is
broken or worn out, report it to your supervisor.
i
When you check for "operating condition", look at the component to see if it's serviceable.
2-9. LEAKAGE DEFINITIONS FOR OPERATOR PMCS.
It is necessary for you to know how fluid leakage affects the status of the equipment. Following are types are
types/classes of leakage an operator needs to know to be able to determine the status of the water system
Learn these leakage definitions and remember - when in doubt, notify your supervisor.
CAUTION
*
Equipment operation is allowable with minor leakages (Class I or II). Of course,
consideration must be given to fluid capacity in the system. When in doubt, notify your
supervisor.
*
When operating with Class I or II leaks, continue to check fluid levels as required in your
PMCS.
*
Class III leaks should be reported immediately to your supervisor.
a.
Class I - Seepage of fluid (as indicated by wetness or discoloration) not great enough to form
drops.
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