TM 5-6115-625-14&P
Table 3-2. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) – CONT.
B – Before
D – During
A – A f t er
W – W e e k ly
M – M o n t h ly
Item
no.
15.
16
17
18
Interval
Item to be inspected.
Procedure: check for and
have repaired, filled, or
adjusted as needed
L I G H T S – C O NT
BRAKE SYSTEM
Test brake system by hooking trailer
to towing vehicle and applying brakes.
TRAILER OPERATION
a. Be alert for any unusual noises while
towing trailer. Stop and investigate
any unusual noises.
b. Ensure that trailer is tracking/following
correctly behind towing vehicle with no
side pull.
GENERATOR SET GAGES AND
I N S T R U M E N TS
a. Check that air cleaner condition
indicator (16) does not indicate a
clogged air cleaner. Press-to-test.
b. Check that battery charging ammeter
(17) is in green area during normal
o p e r a t i o n.
Equipment is not
ready/available if:
Service brakes fail to
o p e r a t e .
Light remains on
during operation.
Battery indicator not
in green area.
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