TM 5-3895-385-23-3
FIELD MAINTENANCE
BITUMINOUS MATERIAL PAVING MACHINE (BMPM)
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TESTING
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools
Equipment Conditions
General Mechanics Tool Kit (GMTK) (WP 0440, Vol
Screed fully lowered (TM 5-3895-385-10)
3, Item 64)
Cutoffs fully closed (TM 5-3895-385-10)
Augers fully lowered (TM 5-3895-385-10)
Hopper wings fully lowered (TM 5-3895-385-10)
Personnel Required
Left and right screed extension slope at neutral (TM
91L
5-3895-385-10)
Assistant
Screed crown at neutral (TM 5-3895-385-10)
References
Engine off (TM 5-3895-385-10)
BATTERY DISCONNECT switch OFF (TM 5-3895-
385-10)
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TESTING
WARNING
Hydraulic oil pressure is high enough to penetrate skin. Keep hands and body away from any
pressurized leak. Use cardboard or paper to check for leaks. Failure to comply may cause
injury or death to personnel.
Never disconnect a hydraulic fitting when the engine is on. Ensure engine is off and
BATTERY DISCONNECT switch is set to the OFF position. Failure to comply may cause
injury or death to personnel.
Hydraulic oil can be thrown when engine is running. Stop engine before checking engine
lubrication oil level. Failure to comply may cause injury or death to personnel.
Always cap or plug any disconnected hydraulic hose or fitting before starting the engine.
Failure to comply may cause injury or death to personnel.
Wear appropriate eye/face protection while performing maintenance. Failure to comply may
cause injury or death to personnel.
CAUTION
Tag and label hydraulic hoses prior to removal. Hydraulic hoses must be installed correctly for
proper operation. Failure to comply may cause damage to equipment.