TM-9-2320-365-20-1 LMTV Unit Maintenance Manual M1078 Series - Volume 1 Download
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TM 9-2320-365-20-1 Table 2-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Cont) Item No. Interval Location Item to be Checked or Serviced Procedure Not Fully Mission Capable If: 3 Semiannual SERVICE BRAKES (CONT) WARNING Brake drums can become very hot during vehicle operations. Place hand near drum to check for excessive heat but do not touch drum. Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel. CAUTION Brake drum clearance must be checked along centerline of brake shoe. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment. NOTE Over time a ridge will form on the outer edge of the brake shoes. This is normal and does not affect brake shoe serviceability. h. Examine and compare each brake drum for evidence of overheating. Excessive heating of brake drums may indicate a dragging brake shoe. Cool brake drums could mean improper adjustment, defective, or inoperative brakes, or rust on braking surfaces. h. Brake drums are excessively hot, cool, or rusted. 2-14