Hose improvisation (Low Pressure)

TM 5-3835-222-BD

Procedural Steps:

a. Gain access to hose.

b. Drain coolant.

c. Loosen and remove clamp from one end of the hose.

d. Insert a can with ends removed or bent wire into the hose.

e. Reconnect and tighten the hose.

f. Refill coolant to proper level.

g. Check for leaks.

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

equipment using standard maintenance procedures.

6-13. Hose improvisation (Low Pressure): Coolant hose or tube damage will sometimes be such

that a patch will not stop the leak The damaged portion must be removed and replaced with a

substitute. Several repairs can be made using one of the following procedures.

Personnel/Time Required:

1 soldier - 15 minutes - 1 hr.

Materials/Tools:

Hose, Garden Or Hose, Heater

Pipe

Clamps Or Wire

Hacksaw

Gasket Sealer (Hardener) (appendix C, section II, Item 14)

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