TM 5-3895-370-14&P
Section II. OPERATOR PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
2-3. OPERATOR PMCS INTRODUCTION.
This section contains operator Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) for the distributor. The PMCS table
contains checks and services necessary to ensure that the distributor is ready for operation. Operator PMCS is limited to
inspection and service tasks as listed in the Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC) (Appendix B). Operator maintenance is
performed at the specified intervals listed in the PMCS table (Table 2-2). The operator performs these tasks before
operating the distributor, during operation, and after shutdown.
a.
Perform the Before (B) PMCS just before operating the distributor. Pay attention to WARNINGS and
CAUTIONS.
b.
Perform the During (D) PMCS while the distributor is in operation. Pay attention to WARNINGS and CAUTIONS.
c.
Perform the After (A) PMCS right after shutting down the distributor.
d.
Perform the Weekly (W) PMCS on a weekly basis.
e.
Perform the Monthly (M) PMCS on a monthly basis.
f.
Always perform PMCS in the same order until it becomes habit. Once practiced in the same order, problems will
be spotted in a hurry.
g.
If something looks wrong and cannot be repaired right away, record it on a DA Form 2404. If something looks
seriously wrong, report it immediately to unit maintenance.
h.
When performing PMCS, take rags and any tools required to make the checks.
If the distributor, or any of its components, fail to operate, do not operate correctly, or are damaged, refer to
troubleshooting instructions in Chapter 4. Any equipment failures, or operational problems, should be recorded on the
proper forms. These forms are a permanent record of services, repairs, and modifications made on the distributor. They
are a checklist to know what was wrong with the distributor after its last use and whether those faults have been checked.
Refer to DA PAM 738-750 for information on forms and records.
2-4. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS.
a.
Shortened Maintenance Instructions. Local conditions of extreme heat, dust, cold, or wetness dictate that
service intervals may need to be shortened. Refer to Section IV, Operation in Unusual Conditions.
b.
Additional Maintenance Inspections. Additional maintenance inspections may be required for the following
reasons:
(1)
Prolonged storage. Vehicles which have been stored for a period of 3 months or more should be inspected.
(2)
Initial preparation upon receipt.
(3)
Preparation for storage.
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