Leakage Definitions

ARMY TM 5-6115-633-14&P

WARNING

Drycleaning solvent P-D-680 is both toxic and flammable. Wear safety goggles

and gloves and use in a well-ventilated area. Avoid prolonged breathing of

vapors and avoid skin contact. Do not smoke or use near open flame or

excessive heat. Flash point of solvent is 100°F to 138°F (38°C to 59°C). If you

become dizzy while using P-D-680, get fresh air immediately and get medical

aid. If P-D-680 contacts eyes, flush with water and get medical aid

immediately.

(1) Keep it clean. Dirt, grease, and oil get in the way and may cover up a serious problem.

Use drycleaning solvent P-D-680, to clean metal surfaces. Use soap and water to clean

rubber or plastic parts and material.

(2) Bolts, nuts, and screws. Check them all to make sure they're not loose, missing, bent, or

broken. Don't try to check them all with a tool, but look for chipped paint, bare metal, or

rust around bolt heads. If you find one loose, tighten it or report it to unit maintenance.

(3) Welds. Look for loose or chipped paint, rust, or gaps where parts are welded together.

If a broken weld is found, report it to higher level of maintenance.

(4) Electrical wires, connectors, terminals and receptacles. Look for cracked or broken

insulation, bare wires, and loose or broken connectors. Tighten loose connectors and

make sure the wires are in good condition. Examine terminals and receptacles for

serviceability.

(5) Hoses and fluid lines. Look for wear, damage, and leaks. Make sure clamps and fittings

are tight. Wet spots and stains around a fitting or connector can mean a leak. If a leak

comes from a loose connector, tighten it. If something is broken or worn out, report it to

unit maintenance.

b. Leakage Definitions. It is necessary for you to know how fluid leakage affects the status of your

equipment. The following are definitions of the types/classes of leakage you need to know to be able

to determine the status of your equipment. Learn and be familiar with them. When in doubt, NOTIFY

YOUR SUPERVISOR!

Leakage Definitions:

Seepage of fluid (as indicated by wetness or discoloration) not great

Class I

enough to form drops.

Leakage of fluid great enough to form drops but not enough to cause

Class II

drops to drip from item being checked/inspected.

Leakage of fluid great enough to form drops that fall from the item

Class Ill

being checked/inspected.

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