EXPLANATION OF TABLE ENTRIES

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UNIT PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND

SERVICES (PMCS) INTRODUCTION - CONTINUED

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EXPLANATION OF TABLE ENTRIES - CONTINUED

Procedures Column. This column gives the procedure you must perform to check or service the item listed in the Item

to Check/Service column, to know if the equipment is ready or available for its intended mission or for operation. You

must perform the procedure at the time stated in the interval column.

Equipment Not Ready/Available If: Column. Information in this column tells you what fault will keep your equip-

ment from being capable of performing its primary mission. If you perform check and service procedures that show

faults listed in this column, the equipment is not mission-capable. Follow standard operating procedures for maintaining

the equipment or reporting equipment failure.

GENERAL LUBRICATION PROCEDURES

NOTE

Lubrication instructions contained in this PMCS are MANDATORY.

Refer to TM 9-2320-312-10 for Operator Maintenance level lubrication.

Dashed leader lines used in illustrations of lubrication points indicate that lubrication is

required on both sides of the equipment.

Recommended intervals are based on normal conditions of operation, temperature, and humidity. When operating under

extreme conditions, such as high or low temperatures or exposure to sand or dust, lubricants should always be changed

more frequently. Lubricants that have become contaminated will be changed regardless of interval. When in doubt,

notify your supervisor.

Keep all lubricants in a closed container and store in a clean, dry place away from extreme heat. Keep container covers

clean and do not allow dust, dirt or other foreign material to mix with lubricants. Keep all lubrication equipment clean

and ready for use.

Maintain a good record of all lubrication performed and report any problem noted during lubrication. Refer to DA Pam

738-750 for maintenance forms and procedures to record and report any findings.

WARNING

Dry cleaning solvent MIL-PRF-680 Type III is an environmentally compliant and low toxic material. How-

ever, it may be irritating to the eyes and skin. The use of protective gloves and goggles is suggested. Use in

well-ventilated areas. Keep away from open flames and other sources of ignition.

Keep all external parts of equipment not requiring lubrication free of lubricants. Before lubrication, wipe lubrication fit-

tings with a clean rag (Item 51, WP 0165 00) and dry cleaning solvent (Item 10, WP 0165 00). After lubrication, wipe

off excess oil or grease to prevent accumulation of foreign matter.

Refer to FM 9-207 for lubrication instructions in cold weather.

Refer to AR 70-12 for use of standardized fuels and lubricants.

If the M878A2 is not enrolled in the Army Oil Analysis Program (AOAP), for sampling of engine oil and transmission

and hydraulic system fluids, hardtime intervals apply.

Engine and transmission oil filters shall be changed when:

they are known to be contaminated or clogged;

service is directed by AOAP laboratory analysis; or

at prescribed hardtime intervals.

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