Table 3-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services

Table 3-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services

Operator's

Maintenance

Category

Daily Schedule

Interval and

sequence No.

Paragraph

Item to be

reference

inspected

Procedure

During

After

Before

operation

Fuel tank

Fill tank if necessary. Check for

Paragraph 2-10 f

secure mounting.

Air cleaner

Paragraph 3-9

Check cup for quantity and condition

of oil. Service if necessary.

Fuel strainer

Paragraph 3-11

Check bowl for dirt and water.

Service if necessary.

Fuel lines and fittings

Tighten fittings to correct leaks.

Oil level in crankcase

Check dipstick; add oil if necessary.

Paragraph 3-13

Engine and pump rotation

Paragraph 2-1 a (3)

Use starting rope to check for free

r o t a t i o n . Report binding and

organizational

restriction to

maintenance.

Check for collapsed walls and signs of

Suction hose

Paragraph 2-2 f

leaking. Replace a damaged hose.

Discharge hose

Check for leaking hose or fittings.

Paragraph 2-2 c

Replace a damaged hose.

Check for leaks and faulty operation.

Hose nozzle

Refer to organizational main-

tenance.

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