ARMY TM 10-4610-309-14
MARINE CORPS TM 10802A-14/1
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TACTICAL WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM (TWPS)
UNIT MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
AIR COMPRESSOR
WARNING
Two person lift. Two people are required to safely move the compressor. Lift with
your legs, not your back. Failure to observe this warning may result in back injury.
g. Lift and remove the air compressor.
TEMPERATURE SWITCH WIRING CONNECTOR
TEMPERATURE SWITCH WIRING CLAMP HARDWARE
DRIVE BELT
OIL DIPSTICK
COMPRESSOR
MOUNTING NUT
INTERMEDIATE SEPARATOR
AND WASHER
AIR OUTPUT HOSE
COMPRESSOR
BASE PLATE
INTERMEDIATE SEPARATOR DRAIN LINE
FLAT WASHER
COMPRESSOR
MOUNTING BOLT
Figure 6. Air Compressor Removal.
4. Before installing the new air compressor, perform the following:
a. Clean the compressor mounting base plate and inspect it for damage.
b. Inspect the drive motor for rust corrosion, and loose or missing mounting hardware.
c. Inspect the motor electrical connections for correct installation, cuts and signs of burnt
wiring.
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