TM 5-6115-365-15
C2
Section IV. ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
18-9. Ground Wires and Terminal Stud
a.
Removal. Refer to figure 18-3 and disconnect
ground wires, remove clamps and ground terminal stud.
b.
Installation. Refer to figure 18-3 and install the
ground terminal stud, connect ground wires, and install
clamps.
18-10. Tarpaulin, Roof Bows, Racks, and Leg Prop
a.
Removal.
(1)
Remove tarpaulin from unit.
(2)
Remove the roof bows and racks as
shown in figure 18-2.
(3)
Remove the hardware that secures the leg
prop to the underside of the trailer bed and remove the
leg prop.
b.
Cleaning and Inspection.
(1)
Clean tarpaulin, bows, and racks with
water and detergent. Clean leg prop with approved
cleaning solvent and dry thoroughly.
(2)
Inspect tarpaulin for tears, holes, broken
or missing ropes and straps, and other defects. Inspect
bows, racks, and leg prop for cracks, bends, missing
pins, and other defects.
c.
Installation.
(1)
Mount the leg prop to the underside of the
trailer bed and secure with mounting hardware.
(2)
Install the racks and roof bows as shown
in figure 18-2.
(3)
Install tarpaulin and secure in desired
position.
18-11. Fuel Tank and Gage Assembly
a.
General. The fuel tank on PU-628/G is mounted
on the underside of the trailer bed, held in place by 2
metal straps that are secured to cross braces welded to
the trailer. The fuel gage is mounted on top of the tank.
b.
Removal.
(1)
Drain fuel tank.
(2)
Disconnect either end of the ground wire
that connects to the fuel gage.
(3)
Remove the 2 hose clamps and remove
the hose that connects the filler neck to the tank.
(4)
Disconnect the breather line from the fuel
tank.
(5)
Remove the 2 nuts, 2 spacers, and
washers that secure the 2 retaining straps to the rear
tank brace. When straps are loose at rear, the tank will
drop down.
(6)
Disconnect fuel line from top of tank and
remove tank.
(7)
Remove 2 nuts, spacers, and washers
that secure retaining straps to the front brace and
remove the straps.
(8)
Remove the 6 screws and washers that
secure the fuel gage to the tank and lift out gage.
c.
Cleaning and Inspection.
(1)
Clean all parts with approved cleaning
solvent and flush out any dirt and foreign particles from
inside the tank.
(2)
Inspect tank for dents, rust, cracks, and
other damage. Inspect straps for defects and damaged
or missing hardware. Inspect fuel gage for damage and
proper operation.
(3)
Replace defective or missing parts as
necessary.
d.
Installation.
(1)
Install the fuel gage in the tank and secure
with 6 screws and washers.
(2)
Secure the 2 retaining straps to the front
brace with the 2 nuts, spacers, and washers.
(3)
Place the tank under the trailer and
connect the engine fuel line. Use a jack or other means
to lift the tank and hold it in position while the retaining
straps are being installed.
(4)
Secure the 2 straps to the rear brace with
2 nuts, spacers, and washers.
(5)
Connect the breather line to the fuel tank.
(6)
Install the hose between the tank and filler
neck and secure with 2 clamps.
(7)
Connect the fuel gage ground wire.
(8)
Fill fuel tank.
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