Section III. TUBES

TM 5-3835-222-BD

e. Repeat Steps a-d to develop another fold. This should also be flattened when the fold is made.

f. Slide two loosened hose clamps over the hose.

a- Insert the tubing four inches into the hose.

h. Slide the clamps so they cover the tube.

i. Tighten the clamps with a screwdriver or an adjustable wrench.

j. Check that the hydraulic reservoir level is at least at the minimum operating level. If this level

is low, refer to para 8-13 and fill the reservoir as needed.

k. Operate all hydraulic subsystems (except those that may still be damaged) to remove air from

the system. Check carefully for fluid leaks. Tighten leaking fittings.

l. Check the hydraulic reservoir again to ensure a sufficient hydraulic fluid level. If this level is low,

refer to para 8-13 and fill the reservoir as needed.

m. Record the BDAR action taken. When the mission is completed, as soon as practicable, repair

using standard maintenance procedures.

Section III. TUBES

Hydraulic Tube Repair. The following options explain how to repair damaged hydraulic tubes.

8-7.

Use one of the following options to repair a damaged hydraulic tube. Determine If the damaged tube

is high-pressure or low-pressure. Damaged high-pressure tubes require a high-pressure fix. Damaged

low-pressure tubes may be repaired by either a high- or low-pressure fix; however, high-pressure

fixes are preferred.

8-7.1. High-Pressure Tube Repair - Using Hose Fabrication.

Limitations:

High-pressure hose must be used for high-pressure repairs.

Personnel/Time Required:

1 soldier - 1.5 hrs.

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