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AFTERCOOLER REPAIR.
This task covers:
a. Inspection
b. Repair
INITIAL SETUP
Test Equipment
Manual References
Air pressure gauge
TM 750-254
Suitable tank (water)
Equipment
Clamps
Condition
Pipe plugs
Reference
Condition Description
Tools
Paragraph
Aftercooler assembly
Tool kit, general mechanic's (Item 1, Appendix B)
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removed
and
disassembled
Radiator repair kit
INSPECTION:
1.
Install hose (1), hose clamps (2), and solid pipe plug
(3) on water outlet pipe.
2.
Install hose (4), hose clamps (5), and water inlet tube
(6) on water inlet pipe.
3.
Install hose (7), hose clamps (8), and air pressure
gauge (9) on water inlet pipe.
4.
Connect air pressure gauge (9) to regulated air supply
(10) and apply 40 psi air pressure.
5.
Submerge core in a tank of water.
6.
If air bubbles appear, core is damaged.
7.
Remove core from tank and remove test equipment.
Death or serious injury could occur if compressed air is directed against the skin.
Do not use compressed air for cleaning or drying unless the pressure is/has been
reduced to 30 psi (2.11 kgcm2) or less. When working with compressed air always
use chip guards, eye protection, and other personal protective equipment.
8.
Dry with compressed air.
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