TM 10-6640-233-10
Table 2-12. Operator Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (cont.)
B - Before
A - After
M - Monthly
D - During
W - Weekly
B
D
A
W
M
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e. Observe drive belts for
Drive belts are loose
(cont)
cracks, slippage or binding
or cracked.
caused by excessive loose-
ness or tightness of belt.
Proper drive belt deflec-
tion should be 3/4 inches
under moderate thumb
pressure.
18
Vacuum System
Inspect for leaks, leaky valves,
Leaks or defective
Piping and
or inoperative valves.
valves.
Valves
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Water Pump,
a. Check for loose mounting
Missing bolts.
Valves, and
bolts.
Piping
*
b. Check water piping in
Class III leaks
mechanical and laboratory
detected.
compartments for signs of
leakage.
c. Make sure tank contains
Low water level.
sufficient water.
d. Inspect pump and motor
Pump or motor over-
for unusual noises or heat
heats.
that could indicate mal-
function.
e. Make sure pump does not
Shaft seal leaks.
leak at shaft seal.
f. Make sure all outlet valves
Defective valves.
deliver full flow when
open and do not leak when
closed.
20
Water Tank
a. Check for loose or missing
Missing bolts.
mounting bolts.
b. Inspect for leaks.
Class III leaks
detected.
INTERVAL
ITEM
NO.
ITEM
TO BE
INSPECTED
Equipment is
Not Ready/
Available
Procedures
Check for and have
repaired or adjusted
as necessary.
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