Section IV. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)

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Section IV. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)

5-6. PMCS PROCEDURES. To be sure that the

a. Desert Climates. Check frequently for problems

Antenna Tower TS-1A is fully operational at all times, it

created by large amounts of sand, dust, and dirt. One of

must be inspected periodically and systematically.

these problems is damage to moving parts from grit

Defects can then be discovered and corrected before

produced when sand, dust, and dirt mix with lubricants.

they result in serious damage to the tower or antenna.

Necessary preventive maintenance checks and services

b. Tropical Climates.

Check frequently for

are listed in table 5-4. Take the tower out of service

problems produced by moisture, such as condensation

immediately if a deficiency is noted that would endanger

on equipment and accelerated corrosion.

the structure or would damage the equipment. Record

all deficiencies and corrective actions on forms and

records specified in TM 38-750.

5-7. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS. Some environments

require more preventive maintenance checks and

services than those given in paragraph 5-6.

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