RADIATOR PRESSURE TESTING - TM-5-2410-237-230445

TM 5-2410-237-23

RADIATOR PRESSURE TESTING

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Pressure Testing

INITIAL SETUP

References

Tools and Special Tools

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Tool kit, general mechanic's (Item 122, WP 0250

Equipment Condition

Shop equipment, common no. 1 (Item 103, WP

Engine OFF and cool (TM 5-2410-237-10)

WARNING

DO NOT service cooling system unless engine has been allowed to cool down. This is a pressurized

cooling system and escaping steam or hot coolant will cause serious burns.

DO NOT remove cooling system radiator cap when engine is hot. Allow engine to cool down. Loosen

cap to first stop and let any pressure out of cooling system, then remove cap. Failure to follow this

warning may cause serious burns.

Wear effective eye, glove and skin protection when handling coolants. Failure to do so may cause

injury.

PRESSURIZED TESTING

Open padlock (1) and slowly loosen filler cap (2) to

relieve pressure from radiator.

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