TM 5-3740-218-13&P
NOTE: Within designated interval, these checks are to be performed in the order listed.
M-Monthly
S-Semiannually
A-Annually
ITEM
INTERVAL
ITEM TO BE
NO.
INSPECTED
PROCEDURE
MS
A
1
Battery
Check for charge. Replace as necessary.
Check terminals for corrosion. Clean as necessary.
Check battery for cracks and leaks. Ensure cables
are tight. Tighten as necessary.
Check battery box for damage.
Check cables for damage. Replace as necessary.
2
Bucket
Check all mounting hardware for looseness. Tighten
as required. All locknuts may only be tightened
once and are not to be reinstalled.
3
Hand Control
Check harness connection nut at bottom of hand
control for looseness. Tighten as required.
to direct support maintenance.
Check switch mounting nuts for tightness. Tighten
as required.
Check hand control for obvious damage. Replace as
Check indicators and switches for operation. Replace
4
Key Switchbox
Check box for security in mounting. Tighten as
required.
Check for obvious external damage.
Check fuse in key switch panel. If fuse is faulty,
replace.
5
Hydraulic
Check mounting hardware for security. Tighten as
Reservoir and
required.
Fuel Tank
Check mounting tabs on frame for cracks at
welded seams and mounting holes for elongation.
Refer to direct support maintenance.
Check hydraulic reservoir sight gage for damage.
Check fuel tank sediment bowl for damage. Replace