TM 3-4230-237-10
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OPERATOR'S PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS) Continued
Table 1. Quarterly and Annual PMCS for M12A1 DED Decontaminating Apparatus - Continued.
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Procedure
Not Fully
Item
Interval
Man
Item to be
Mission
No.
Hour
Checked/
Capable If:
Serviced
Nozzle is clogged.
a. Inspect the gun assembly and slurry nozzle
Gun Assembly
QUARTERLY
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assembly for dirt and hardened slurry. Inspect the
and Slurry
threaded fittings for nicks, burrs, or other damage.
Nozzle
Inspect the gun handle for cracks, chips, twists,
Assembly
bends, or other damage that would interfere with
efficient operation. Inspect the extension pipe and
adapter for cracks, bends, holes, being out of
round, or other damage that would affect operation
of the gun assembly.
b. Clean the hardened slurry or dirt from the gun
and slurry nozzle assembly. Be especially careful
to clean the hard-to-reach areas around the gun
handle and the adapter threads.
(1) Thoroughly clean all nozzles that have been
used to spray liquids other than water.
(2) Use soapy water and a small brush (Page
clean water, and dry all parts thoroughly.
(3) Inspect the gasket for cuts, wear, and
deformation.
a. See that the tank is fastened to the pump unit.
Prime-
QUARTERLY
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See that the tank lid is in place.
Detergent
Tank
b. Inspect tank lid for cracks and for loose,
Assembly and
missing and corroded parts.
Tank Lid
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