ARMY TM 10-4610-309-14
MARINE CORPS TM 10802A-14/1
TACTICAL WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM (TWPS)
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES
OPERATOR/CREW TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES
Table 10. Air Compressor Troubleshooting Continued.
ITEM
MALFUNCTION
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
5
Pressurized oil sight glass
Air trapped in pressurized oil system.
Bleed lubrication system (WP 0042).
exhibits air bubbles after oil
change.
6
Oil is foamy and milk colored.
Water in the oil from worn cylinder rings.
Notify Unit Maintenance to change the oil.
Continue operation. Notify Unit
Maintenance to replace compressor when
time allows.
7
High oil consumption.
Cylinder rings worn.
Continue operation. Notify Unit
Maintenance to replace compressor when
time allows.
8
Air compressor has no oil
Air trapped in oil pump.
Bleed lubrication system (WP 0042).
pressure.
9
Drive belt has rolled over
Loose or worn belt or loose motor mount
Notify Unit Maintenance
0033 00-24
