OPERATOR/CREW PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES.

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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS & SERVICES (PMCS):

The ramp is not a

reportable item for readiness; however, daily inspection, for

structural damage and hydraulic operation is advisable for PMCS.

OPERATOR

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)

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GENERAL

Every mission begins and ends with the paperwork. There isn't much of it, but

you have to keep it up. The forms and records you fill out have several uses.

They are a permanent record of the services, repairs, and modifications made

on your vehicle. They are reports to organizational maintenance and to your

commander. And they are a checklist for you when you want to know what is

wrong with the vehicle after its last use, and whether those faults have been

fixed. For the information you need on forms and records, see DA PAM 738-750.

OPERATOR/CREW PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES.

1. Do your before (B) PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE just before you operate the ramp.

Pay attention to the warnings and cautions.

2. If something doesn't work, troubleshoot it with the instructions in this

manual or notify your supervisor.

3. Always do your PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE in the same order so it gets to be a

habit. Once you've had some practice, you'll spot anything wrong in a hurry.

When you do your PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, take along a rag or two.

5. While performing PMCS, observe warnings and cautions preceeding those

operations which could endanger your safety or result in damage to the equipment.

WARNING

Dry cleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and flammable. Wear protective

goggles and gloves and use only in well-ventilated area. Avoid

allowing solvent to contact skin, eyes and clothes, and don't breathe

vapors. Do not use near open flame or excessive heat. If you become

dizzy while using cleaning solvent, get fresh air immediately and get

medical aid. If contact with skin or clothing is made, flush with

water.

If contact with eyes is made, wash your eyes with water and

get medical aid immediately.

6. If anything looks wrong and you can't fix it, write it on your DA Form 2404.

The number column is the source for the numbers used on the TM Number Column

on DA Form 2404. If you find something seriously wrong, report it to organi-

zational maintenance RIGHT NOW.

a. Keep it clean: Dirt, grease, oil and debris only get in the way and

may cover up a serious problem. Clean as you work and as needed. Use dry

cleaning solvent (P-D-680) to clean metal surfaces. Use soap and water when

you clean rubber or plastic material.

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