TM 5-3895-370-14&P
Table 3-2. Operator Troubleshooting Procedures - CONT.
Malfunction
Test or inspection
Corrective action
BITUMINOUS SYSTEM (CONT)
Step 5. Check all hose connections and fittings for damage that may break suction.
If connections and fittings are damaged, notify unit maintenance.
If no damage to hoses or fittings is found, go to step 6.
Step 6. Check hydraulic fluid level (para 3-10).
If level is low, add hydraulic fluid as necessary (para 3-10).
If level is normal, go to step 7.
Step 7. Check for hardened material in the bituminous system and loosen with portable torch (para 2-25).
If system still fails to pump, notify unit maintenance of the malfunction.
HAND SPRAY WAND
HAND SPRAY WAND WILL NOT SPRAY WHEN VALVES ARE OPENED.
Step 1. Ensure that engine is operating (para 2-14).
If engine is not operating, start engine (para 2-14).
If engine is operating, go to step 2.
Step 2. Ensure valve #6 is opened (para 2-24).
If valve #6 is not opened, open valve #6 (para 2-24).
If valve #6 is open, go to step 3.
Step 3. Ensure that all bituminous valves are in correct configuration for hand spray wand function
(Figure 2-2, Sheet 3).
If valves are not in correct configuration, position correctly (Figure 2-2, Sheet 3).
If valves are in correct configuration, go to step 4.
Step 4. Inspect wand for blockage by bituminous material.
If wand is blocked, heat wand with portable torch and remove blockage (para 2-25).
If wand is not blocked, go to step 5.
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