TM 10-4610-243-132-7. PMCS PROCEDURES - cont.NOTETerm "ready/available" and "mission capable" refer to the same status: Equipment is onhand and ready to perform its combat missions (See DA Pam 738-750)e.The "EQUII'MENT IS NOT READY/AVAILABLE IF column in Table 2-1 tells you when your equipment is notmission capable and why the system cannot be used.fIf the equipment does not perform as required, refer to Chapter 3, Section II, Troubleshooting.g.If anything looks wrong and you can't fixit, write it on your DA Form 2404. IMMEDIATELY, report it to yoursupervisor.h.The following are checks that are commonto 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 systemUse 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 gatevalves 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 clamps and quick disconnect couplings are tightWet spots show leaks, but a stain around a fitting or connector can also mean a leak. If a leak comesfrom 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.2-8. LEAKAGE DEFINITIONS FOR OERATOR PMCS.It is necessary for you to know how fluid leakage affects the status of the equipment Following are types aretypes/classes of leakage an operator needs to know to be able to determine the status of the water system. Learn theseleakage definitions and remember when in doubt, notify your supervisor.CAUTIONEquipment 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, notifyyour supervisor.When operating with Class I or II leaks, continue to check fluid levels as required inyour PMCS.Class III leaks should be reported immediately to your supervisor.a.Class I - See page of fluid (as indicated by wetness or discoloration) not great enough to form drops.2-8
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