TM 10-4610-239-24
TM 08580B-24/3
NOTE
There are two brake line air filters, one on each side of the flatbed cargo
trailer. Both are removed and installed the same. One is shown.
REMOVAL.
WARNING
Compressed air can blow dust into eyes. Wear eye protection and turn
drain cock T-handle slowly to avoid a sudden rush of air when releasing
reservoir pressure.
a.
Turn drain cock T-handle (1) slowly counterclockwise to release air pressure from reservoir.
NOTE
Ensure that airflow from reservoir has stopped before closing drain cock.
b.
Turn drain cock T-handle (1) clockwise to close drain cock.
c.
Remove two tube assemblies (2).
d.
Support air filter (3) and remove two nuts (4) and one U-bolt clamp (5).
e.
Remove air filter (3).
f.
Remove two tube fittings (6) from air filter (3).
INSTALLATION.
a.
Apply antiseize tape to two tube fittings (6) and install two tube fittings on air filter (3).
b.
Position air filter (3) and install U-bolt clamp (5) and two nuts (4).
c.
Install two tube assemblies (2).
d.
Check that drain cock T-handle (1) is turned fully clockwise.
e.
Connect air hoses to towing vehicle. Refer to TM 10-4610-239-10.
f.
Start engine of towing vehicle and wait for towing vehicle air compressor to fully charge flatbed cargo trailer brake
system. Refer to Operator's Manual for towing vehicle.
g.
Uncage compression springs on all four air chambers. Refer to paragraph 2-47.
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