Table 2-1. Operator Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (cont)

TM 3-1040-279-12&P

Table 2-1. Operator Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (cont)

Not Fully

Procedure

Location

interval

Item

Mission

Item to Check/

No.

Capable If:

Service

Class III fog oil leaks are

a. Check for signs of leaks in

M157 Smoke

BEFORE,

present, or Class II and III fuel

all hoses, connectors, and

Generator Set

AFTER

leaks are present.

lines.

Hoses are torn, cracked, or

b. Check that hoses are not

BEFORE,

collapsed.

torn, cracked, or collapsed.

AFTER

Connectors are damaged,

c. Check cable assemblies

BEFORE,

insulation is cut to bare wire.

for cracked or loose

AFTER

connectors, cut insulation.

d. Ensure all equipment

BEFORE,

container panels, smoke

AFTER

generator "wedge blocks",

motor cover assemblies,

etc., are securely mounted

and fastened.

Class III fog oil leaks are

e. Check all fuel and fog oil

DURING

present, or Class II or III fuel

hose assemblies for leaks.

leaks are present.

Hoses are torn or collapsed.

Check for torn, cracked, or

DURING

collapsed hoses.

g. Monitor operation to

DURING

ensure both M54 Smoke

Generators are operating

in correct temperature

range.

NOTE

If one M54 Smoke Generator

is operational, the M157

Smoke Generator Set is Fully

Mission Capable.

2-10.5

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