TM 53895371-24 & P
Table 2-2. Troubleshooting (Continued).
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
9. SPRAY LACKS PRESSURE (Continued):
Discharge strainer plugged.
step 3.
Remove and clean (para 12-6).
10. APPLICATION RATE VARIES:
Improper reading of tank contents.
Step 1.
Use measuring stick for accurate readings. Tank must be level when reading
measuring stick.
Defective pump tachometer.
Step 2.
Repair or replace (para 2-25).
Defective recording bitumeter.
step 3.
Repair or replace (para 2-25).
Catch lever on quadrant not pulled.
step 4.
Pull catch lever out.
Discharge strainer plugged.
step 5.
Remove and clean discharge strainer on pump outlet (para 12-6).
Hydrostatic control not firmly positioned.
Step 6.
Adjust and tighten (TM 5-3895-371-10).
Hydrostatic override control partially engaged.
step 7.
Return override to neutral position.
11. DIFFICULTY IN RAISING SPRAY BAR END SECTIONS IN VERTICAL POSITIONS:
Hinge joint inoperative.
step 1.
Adjust or replace retaining rings and packing (para 2-38).
step 2.
Damaged linkage
Repair or replace linkage (para 2-38).
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