TM 5-2420-230-24-1
FRONT-END LOADER (FEL)
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General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Preparation and Isolation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restore IHMEE to Operational Readiness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front-End Loader (FEL) Arm Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cutting Edge Replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Bushing Replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-in-1 Bucket Repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hydraulic cleanliness is essential for the correct and safe operation of the FEL. Ensure dirt and debris
are not allowed to enter hydraulic system. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
This chapter contains procedures relating to the maintenance requirements of the Front-End Loader (FEL). Components
covered within this section include:
Valve block
Pins and bushings
FEL arms
17-2. VEHICLE PREPARATION AND ISOLATION.
Prior to performing any maintenance activities on the Interim High-Mobility Engineer Excavator (IHMEE) vehicle, complete
the following procedure:
(1)
Ensure vehicle is positioned on level ground (TM 5-2420-230-10).
(2)
Ensure parking brake is applied (TM 5-2420-230-10).
(3)
Raise FEL, install maintenance arm, and lower FEL onto maintenance arm, as required (TM 5-2420-230-10).
(4)
Shut OFF engine (TM 5-2420-230-10).
(5)
Place electrical master switch in OFF position (TM 5-2420-230-10).
(6)
Attach "Do Not Operate" tag to ignition switch (TM 5-2420-230-10).
(7)
Release hydraulic pressure (Para 10-5).