TM 5-4610-218-34
Table 2-1. Troubleshoting-(Continued)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Step 2. Inspect the main power cable leads for improper connections.
Connect the cable leads (FO 2).
Step 3. Check for a defective main power cable.
Replace a defective main power cable (FO 2).
3. SPEED REDUCERS BIND OR RUN NOISY.
Step 1. If the speed reducer binds, check for a worn or bent shaft.
Replace a defective shaft (para 4-2 and 5-3).
Step 2. If the speed reducer binds, check for a lack of proper lubrication
Lubricate in accordance with LO 5-4610-218-12.
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Step 3. If the speed reducer runs noisy, check for worn or chipped gears.
Replace worn or defective gears (para. 4-2 and 5-3).
Step 4. If the speed reducer runs noisy, check for a lack of proper lubrication
Lubricate in accordance with LO 5-4610-218-12.
CHEMICAL FEED EQUIPMENT
4. CHEMICAL SLURRY FEEDER WILL NOT RUN, OR RUNS HOT.
Step 1. If the chemical slurry feeder will not run, check for a broken through shaft.
Replace a defective through shaft (para. 5-1).
Step 2. If the chemical slurry feeder runs hot, check for worn or broken shaft bearings.
Replace defective bearings (para. 5-1).
Step 3. If the chemical slurry feeder runs hot, inspect for a bent or twisted housing.
Replace a damaged housing (para. 5-1).
5. CHEMICAL SOLUTION FEEDER WILL NOT RUN, OR RUNS NOISY.
Step 1. If the chemical solution feeder does not run, check for a broken feeder shaft.
Replace a damaged feeder shaft (para. 5-4).
Step 2. If the chemical solution feeder does not run, check for a defective receptacle base.
Replace a defective receptacle base (para. 5-4).
Step 3. If the chemical solution feeder does not run, check for broken internal wiring.
Repair or replace the internal wiring (para. 5-4).
Step 4. If the chemical solution feeder runs noisy, inspect the bearings and sleeves for wear.
Replace defective bearings and sleeves (para. 5-4).
Step 5. If the chemical solution feeder runs noisy, see if the spur gears are worn or broken
Replace the spur gears (para. 5-4).
5.1 CHEMICAL SOLUTION FEEDER WILL NOT RUN, OR RUNS NOSY (Raider Model
only).
Step 1. Inspect motor worm gear for damage.
Replace feeder.
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