TM 9-2330-381-14
4-81.
VALVE HANDLES
NOTE
There are two configurations of valve handles on the semitrailers, configuration A
and configuration B. Handles are not interchangeable between configurations.
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Inspection
c.
Installation
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
General mechanics tool kit, item 16, appx. B
Materials/Parts
Cotter pin (6) (configuration A only)
Equipment Condition
Front access panel on hydraulic control module lowered (para. 2-5)
REMOVAL - CONFIGURATION A
1.
Remove link key (1), link plate (2), and link (3) from valve body (4) and valve handle (5).
2.
Remove cotter pin (6), shouldered pin (7), and valve handle (5) from valve body (4). Discard cotter pin.
3.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 as required for each valve handle (5) to be removed.
INSPECTION - CONFIGURATION A
Inspect valve handles for cracks, wear, and corrosion. If corroded, clean as required. If defective, replace as required.
INSTALLATION - CONFIGURATION A
1.
Aline valve handle (5) with valve body (4) and secure with shouldered pin (7) and cotter pin (6).
2.
Install link (3) to valve body (4) and valve handle (5). Secure link (3) in place by installing link plate (2) and link
key (1).
3.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 as required for each valve handle (5) to be installed.
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