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TM 9-2320-356-BD
4.
Adjust the regulator to zero pressure by turning adjustment knob fully
counterclockwise.
5.
Adapt a l/4-inch air hose from the nitrogen or argon bottle to the emergency
air line on the rear of the truck.
6.
Disconnect the main air supply line from the
primary air tank.
7.
Use the same size fitting, that is used on
the main air supply line, and a 6-inch piece of
copper tubing to plug off the primary air tank.
Double crimp the copper tubing.
8.
Open the valve on the bottle.
9.
Adjust the regulator for 100 psi.
10. Check air gage in the vehicle for a pressure reading.
11. Drive the vehicle a short distance and check braking.
12. Periodically check pressure in
13. Record the BDAR action taken.
practicable,
repair using standard
11-14.
AIR GOVERNOR FAILURE
the nitrogen or argon bottle.
When the mission is completed, as soon as
maintenance procedures.
The governor maintains air pressure in the reservoir between the desired maximum
and minimum values by controlling the compressor unloading mechanism.
If the
governor failed, maintaining a constant working air pressure would be impossible.
Limitations:
o None
Personnel/Time Required:
o 1 soldier
o 1 hour
Materials/Tools:
o Pipe plug
o New or used replacement
governor
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