TM 5-3805-264-14&P
5-7.
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REPAIR.
This task covers:
a. Disassembly
b. Cleaning and Inspection
c. Assembly
Initial Setup:
Equipment Conditions:
Hydraulic cylinder removed (paragraph 5-6).
Tools/Test Equipment:
General mechanic’s tool kit (Item 8, Appendix I)
Pliers, retaining ring (Item 5, Appendix I)
Nylon sling (Item 6, Appendix I)
Seal installer, 3 in. (Item 4, Appendix B)
Seal installer, 4 in. (Item 5, Appendix B)
Seal installer, 5 in. (Item 6, Appendix B)
Hydraulic cylinder disassembly tool (Appendix G)
Suitable lifting device
Materials/Parts:
Lubricating oil (Item 13, Appendix F)
Rags (Item 15, Appendix F)
Marker tags (Item 19, Appendix F)
Masking tape (Item 22, Appendix F)
One parts kit
Personnel Required: Two
General Safety Instructions:
Use extreme caution when handling heavy parts.
Hydraulic cylinder sleeves may extend down-
ward as hydraulic cylinder is lifted.
Use extreme caution when handling heavy parts. Keep clear of heavy parts sup-
ported only by lifting device. Failure to follow this warning may cause injury to
personnel or damage to equipment.
Hydraulic cylinder sleeves may extend downward as hydraulic cylinder Is lifted.
Expect sleeve movement any time hydraulic cylinder is handled. Failure to do
so may result in serious injury to personnel.
Perform hydraulic cylinder repair in a clean work area to prevent contaminants from
causing equipment failure.
NOTE
A suitable container should be used to catch any draining hydraulic fluid. Ensure
that all spills are cleaned up.
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