TM 5-4320-300-14
4-35. OIL LINES, FITTINGS, AND OIL PRESSURE GAGE TUBE ASSEMBLY (CONT)
Location/Item
Action
Remarks
TEST
WARNING
Exposure to exhaust gases produces symptoms of headache, dizziness, loss
of muscular control, drowsiness, or coma. Brain damage or death can re-
sult from severe exposure.
Fumes from engines become concentrated with poor ventilation.
1.
Operate engine in a ventilated area only.
2.
Ventilate personnel compartments when idling engine.
3.
While running vehicle, be alert for fumes. Keep compartments ventilated.
If someone is overcome, expose to fresh air; keep warm and still; give
artificial respiration if needed. Seek medical attention. Administer oxygen,
if available.
GOOD VENTILATION IS THE BEST DEFENSE AGAINST EXHAUST
POISONING.
5.
Oil pressure
Start engine. Check tube and fittings for signs of
gage tube
leakage. Tighten as necessary to stop leaks.
Assembly
6.
Governor
With engine running, check line and fittings for
oil line
signs of leakage. Tighten as necessary to stop
leaks.
Stop engine.
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