Section IV. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS) ORGANIZATIONAL

TM 5-4120-341-13

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS

Section IV.

AND SERVICES

(PMCS) ORGANIZATIONAL

4-13. GENERAL

To insure that the air conditioner is ready for operation at all times, it must be inspected systematically so

that the defects may be discovered and corrected before the resuIt is serious damage or faiIure. Defects

discovered during operation of the unit shall be noted for future corrections to be made as soon as an

operation has ceased. Stop operation which would damage the equipment if operation were to continue. All

deficiencies and shortcomings shalI be recorded together with the corrective action taken on DA Form

2404 "Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Worksheet", at the earliest opportunity. If your equipment

fails to operate, troubleshoot with proper equipment. Report any deficiencies using proper forms, see TM

38-750.

4-14. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)

Dry cleaning solvent, P-D-680, or P-S-661, used to clean parts is potentially

dangerous to personnel and property. Avoid repeated and prolonged skin

contact. Do not use near open flame or excessive heat. Flash point of solvent

is 100 F (38 C).

Do not use compressed air for cleaning purposes except where reduced to

less than 30 psi and then only with effective chip guarding and personal

protective equipment.

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