TM 9-1240-382-34
2-4 ELBOW ASSEMBLY - CONTINUED
LOCATION
ITEM
REMARKS
ACTION
REMOVAL
Remove the purging valve (1)
from the elbow assembly (2) as a
Elbow
Purging
complete unit.
Assembly
Valve
Purging Valve (1)
Elbow Assembly (2)
DISASSEMBLY
Remove the cap (1). Detach
Purging
strap (2) from cap (1) and stem
Valve
(3). Remove core (4) from stem
Cap (1)
(3).
Strap (2)
Stem (3)
Core (4)
Purging Valve (5)
Holding elbow (3) upright to
CLEANING
prevent sealant from falling
inside, remove dirt and grime
Elbow
Purging
from all threads. Remove all
Assembly
Valve
traces of sealing compound from
Valve Stem (1)
the valve stem (1) and mounting
Mounting Hole (2)
hole (2) in the elbow assembly
Elbow Assembly (3)
(3).
Inspect all parts for deterioration.
Inspect the sealing area of the
core (1) to see that it is smooth
INSPECTION/REPAIR
and free of any defects such as
nicks, scratches, or cuts that
Elbow
Purging
would cause a leak. Inspect the
Assembly
Valve
cap (2), stem (3) and mounting
hole in the elbow (4) for worn or
damaged threads. Inspect the
Valve Core (1)
strap (5) for deterioration or tears
Cap (2)
and that it holds the cap firmly.
Stem (3)
Repair is limited to replacement
Elbow (4)
of missing, defective, or damaged
Strap, (5)
parts.
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