TM 5-3805-262-20
7-3. AIR BRAKE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE (CONT)
g. Air Compressor Assembly.
(1) Air Compressor.
This task covers removal and installation of air compres-
s o r .
TOOLS: No. 1 Common Organizational Maintenance Tool Kit
Socket wrench set, 3/8 inch drive
Fixed open end wrench set
MATERIALS/PARTS: Thread sealant (Appendix C, item 12)
NOTE
PRELIMINARY PROCEDURE: Engine right side panels removed (page 9-14) and
alcohol evaporator lines and fittings disconnected from air compressor
(page 7-117).
R e l i e v e a l l a i r p r e s s u r e b e f o r e p e r f o r m i n g m a i n t e n a n c e o n a i r s y s t e m .
F a i l u r e t o d o s o c o u l d r e s u l t i n s e r i o u s i n j u r y . I f y o u a r e i n j u r ed
obtain medical aid immediately.
(a) Open drain valve in bottom of air reservoir to relieve air pressure.
( b ) A t f r o n t o f a i r c o m p r e s s o r , d i s-
connect oil supply hose (1) and
install a plug in it to prevent
entry of foreign matter .
( c ) D i s c o n n e c t a i r h o s e ( 2 ) f r o m f i t -
ting at top of air reservoir and
at governor (3).
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