chapter 5 DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE

TM 11-3895-209-14

CHAPTER 5

DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE

Section I. TROUBLESHOOTING

5-1. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

The troubleshooting information presented in this chapter consists of a series of operational and

mechanical checks designed to lead the repairman to the specific part or adjustment that is causing

the trouble in the equipment. The checks used are an extension of the maintenance procedures per-

formed by the organizational maintenance personnel. All maintenance procedures may be performed

at direct support and general support maintenance.

5-2. TOOLS REQUIRED

Tool Equipment TE-111 contains the tools required for field maintenance.

5-3. OPERATIONAL TEST

NOTE

Follow the operating instructions carefully. When operating the equipment, always stand

beside the equipment; never stand in line with the wire reels when they are turning.

In addition to the items in the equipment performance checklist operate each of the reel axles at

various speeds for at least five minutes. Check for any evidence of noise, vibration, or overheating in

the bearings of the clutch and brake assemblies, the bearing housing assemblies, and the jackshaft

assembly.

5-4. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

The chart below is provided as an aid in isolating troubles in the RL-207(*)/G. Trouble maybe isolated

to a specific part by determining the condition of the equipment, examining the probable causes of

that condition, and then applying the appropriate corrective action.

NOTE

Troubles described for cluch and brake assemblies or axle hub assemblies apply to

either the upper or lower axle.

Table 5-1. Troubleshooting

Condition

Probable Trouble

Correction

Timing belt idler ball bearing noisy or overheating.

Ball bearing defective.

Replace ball bearing.

Timing belt slipping.

Idler arm spring defective.

Replace idler arm spring.

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