TM 5-3895-369-14
Table 2-3. Operator Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services - CONT.
Item
No.
Interval
Location
Item to
Check/Service
EXTERIOR
Procedure
Not Fully Mission
Capable If:
Read and understand all of the safety
precautions and warnings before
14
15
Weekly
Weekly
performing any checks and services or
personal injury can result.
Spray bar
Check spray bar assembly for bends, dents,
Spray bar assembly is
and for improperly operating nozzles.
unserviceable.
PTO shaft guard
Check for presence and condition of shaft
Shaft guard is missing or
guard.
damaged.
ENGINE
16
Weekly
Fuel/water
separator
Open the valve on the bottom of the fuel
filter to allow water to drain. Close the
valve when clean fuel is visible. If fuel in
sediment bowl is contaminated, drain.
Any fuel leaks.
17
Weekly
Fan
Check the fan for cracks, loose rivets, and
bent or loose blades.
Fan is loose or damaged.
18
Weekly
Drive belt
EXTERIOR
Visually inspect the belt. Check the belt for
Belt missing, cracked or
cracks or fraying.
frayed.
19
Weekly
Exhaust system
Check muffler and exhaust pipe for
corrosion, damage, loose fasteners, etc.
Check for presence and condition of
muffler guard.
Muffler or exhaust pipe
leaks. Muffler guard is
missing.
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