TM 5-5430-248-13&P
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2. Inspect both openings of the valve coupler (Figure 2, Item 4) for missing or damaged gasket (s).
3. Inspect handwheel. If handwheel is cracked or damaged (Figure 2, Item 3), remove handwheel
by unscrewing nut (Figure 2, Item 1) with an adjustable wrench and sliding off washer
(Figure 2, Item 2). Discard handwheel, washer, and nut.
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2
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4
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Figure 2. Valve coupler handwheel assembly and gasket location.
4. Inspect both openings of the valve (Figure 2, Item 4). Discard gaskets.
NOTE
There are two dust covers attached to adapter
assemblies. Use of dust cap to cover adapter
assembly will insure that water will remain clean.
5. Remove dust cap (Figure 3, Item 1) by slipping it off adapter assembly.
6. Remove adapter assembly (Figure 3, Item 2) by twisting it counterclockwise out of the metal
plate. Discard antiseizing tape.