TM 5-3825-229-14&P
4-28.
SPRING BRAKE CHAMBERS (cont)
a.
Removal.
(1)
Turn adjusting nut (1) on slack adjuster (2) counterclockwise to release spring forces.
(2)
Tag and disconnect two air lines (3) from brake chamber (4).
(3)
Remove cotter pin (5) and clevis pin (6). Disconnect clevis (7) from slack adjuster (2).
(4)
Remove two nuts (8) and washers (9) holding brake chamber (4) to mounting bracket on axle.
(5)
Remove spring brake chamber (4).
b.
Installation.
(1)
Install spring brake chamber (4) in position on mounting bracket with hose fittings towards top.
Secure
with nuts (8) and washers (9).
(2)
Position clevis (7) on slack adjuster (2). Secure with clevis pin (6) and cotter pin (5).
(3)
Connect air lines (3) to spring brake chamber (4).
(4)
Close drain valves on air reservoirs and pressurize air brake system.
(5)
Adjust slack adjuster. Refer to para. 4-27.
(6)
Uncage spring brake chambers. Refer to para. 3-9.
4-29.
GLADHANDS (AIR COUPLINGS)
THIS TASK COVERS:
a.
Removal
b.
Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools Required:
Equipment/Materials Required:
Nomenclature:
Soap Solution (Item 12, Appendix E)
Cleaning Solvent (Item 13, Appendix E)
General Mechanics
Pipe Sealant (Item 11, Appendix E)
Tool Kit
Equipment Conditions:
Ref
Conditions
2-23
Intervehicular air lines disconnected.
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