TM 55-2210-224-34
3-56.
RUBBER SEATED CHECK VALVE
This task covers:
a.
Removal
b.
Installation
c.
Test
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Tool kit SC4940-97-CL-E12
REMOVAL
WARNING
· Whenever the rubber seated check
valve is removed and installed for any
reason,
a
stationary
locomotive
airbrake test must be performed to
check that the rubber seated check
valve functions properly in the brake
equipment arrangement. Failure to
perform test may result in injury to
personnel.
· Make sure air is drained before removal
of the rubber seated check valve.
Residual air may escape and cause
injury to personnel.
NOTE
· This is a one-way valve. Note direction
of air flow.
· When removing or repairing brake
valves or components, check air lines
and pipes for corrosion, breaks, splits,
or loose connections. Repair of air
lines and piping consists of replacing
defective pipes, lines, and connections.
Refer to TM 55-2210- 224-24P for
identification of piping.
1.
Disconnect air line fitting (1).
2.
Remove rubber seated check valve (2) from pipe
nipple (3).
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