Section II. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES

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Section II. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES

(PMCS)

2-2.

PMCS INTRODUCTORY MATERIAL

2-2.1. GENERAL. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) means systemic caring,

inspecting and servicing of equipment to keep it in good condition and to prevent breakdowns. As

the LSV operator, the mission is to:

a. Be sure to perform PMCS each time the LSV is operated. Always do the PMCS in the so

order, so it becomes a habit. After you have had some practice, you will be able to quickly spot

anything wrong.

b. Do BEFORE PMCS just before operating the LSV. Pay close attention to WARNINGs,

CAUTIONs and NOTEs.

c. Do DURING PMCS while the LSV is being operated. DURING operation means to monitor

the LSV and its related components while it is actually being operated. Pay close attention to

WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTEs.

d. Do the AFTER PMCS immediately following the LSV operation. Pay close attention to

WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTEs.

e. Do WEEKLY PMCS once a week.

f. Do MONTHLY PMCS once a month.

g. Do QUARTERLY PMCS every quarter.

h. Do SEMI ANNUAL PMCS every six (6) months.

i. Do ANNUAL PMCS once a year.

j. Do TRIENNIALLY PMCS once every three (3) years.

k. Use DA Form 2404 (Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Worksheet) to record any faults

that are discovered before, during or after operation unless you can fix them. Faults that are fixed

DO NOT need to be recorded.

l. Be prepared to assist unit maintenance when the LSV is lubricated. Perform any other

services when required by unit maintenance.

2-2.2. PMCS PROCEDURES.

a. The Preventative Maintenance Checks and Services, Table 2-2, lists inspections and care

required to keep the LSV in good operating condition. It is set up in order for BEFORE OPERATION

checks to be made as the operator walks around and on the LSV.

b. The "INTERVAL" columns of Table 2-2 tell when to perform a certain check or service.

c. The "CHECK FOR" and "ACTION" columns of Table 2-2 tell how to perform required checks

and services. Carefully follow these instructions. If the tools are not available or if the procedure

tells you to, notify the supervisor.

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