TM 5-2420-230-24-1
15-8. AIR LINE REPLACEMENT.
This Task Covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
c. Follow-On Maintenance
INITIAL SETUP
Test Equipment
References
None
FO-5, Pneumatic schematic
Tools and Special Tools
Equipment Conditions
Tool kit, general mechanics, Item 38, Appendix B
TM or Para
Condition Description
Air system drained.
Materials/Parts
Belly plates removed, as
Cap and plug set, Item 4, Appendix C
needed.
Tags, identification, Item 63, Appendix C
Ties, cable, Item 68, Appendix C
Drawings Required
TM 5-2420-230-24P Figure 125
Personnel Required
MOS 62B, Construction Equipment Repairer
Estimated Time to Complete Task
Approximately 0.5 hr.
Ensure air pressure is drained to 0 psi (0 kPa) before taking off any air components. If pressure is not
released, components could blow off and harm personnel. The IHMEE air system is pressurized to 119 psi
(820 kPa). Do not drain air from a tank with any part of body in air spray path. Skin embolisms and/or debris
in eyes can occur from released pressure. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.
a. Removal.
NOTE
All air lines, both ends are removed and
installed in the same manner.
Remove cable ties as necessary.
Tag all hoses and tubes and note their
positions before removal.
Cap and plug all tubes, hoses, and fittings
upon removal.
Remove air lines (1) by pushing in on brass
coupling (2) and pulling air line at the same time.
b. Installation.
NOTE
Install cable ties as needed.
Install air lines (1) by pushing in on brass
coupling (2) and air lines at the same time.
c. Follow-On Maintenance.
(1) Start engine and functionally test appropriate pneumatic systems.
(2) Check for air leaks.
(3) Shut OFF engine (TM 5-2420-230-10).
(4) Install belly plates, if required (TM 5-2420-230-10).
END OF TASK
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