TM 5-3805-262-20
11-5. BUCKET CLAM CYLINDER ASSEMBLIES MAINTENANCE
a. I n s p e c t i o n .
This task covers inspection of bucket clam cylinder assemblies.
Perform this procedure anytime you suspect bucket clam cylinder assemblies problems.
MATERIALS/PARTS: Clean cloths (Appendix C, item 1)
NOTE
I f h y d r a u l i c o i l l e a k a g e i s s e e n , r e m o v e a n d r e p l a c e b u c k e t c l a m
cylinder assembly. Forward it to direct support maintenance for repair.
(1)
( 2 )
( 3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
Check for indication of hydraulic oil
leakage between cylinder rod and gland.
If necessary, use clean cloth to remove
dirt and grease from area. Slight damp-
n e s s i s p e r m i s s i b l e.
Check for indication of hydraulic
oil leakage between gland and
tube. If necessary, use clean
cloth to remove dirt and grease
from area. Slight dampness is
p e r m i s s i b l e .
Start engine and operate at idle
speed.
Place CLAM control lever in OPEN
position until clam is one quarter
open.
Check for indication of hydraulic
oil leakage between cylinder rod
and gland. Slight dampness is
p e r m i s s i b l e.
Check for indication of hydraulic oil
leakage between gland and tube. Slight
dampness is permissible.
Close clam and turn off engine.
Repeat steps (1) through (7) above to inspect remaining bucket clam cyl-
inder assembly.
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