TM 5-3610-287-24
2-42. REPAIR WATER PIPING (CONT)
1.
Loosen B-nut (1) and remove tubing (2).
2.
Remove angle valve (3) from check valve (4).
NOTE
To prevent leakage, apply PTFE tape to all threaded pipe
connections in the following steps.
3.
Install new angle valve (3) into old check valve (4).
4.
Position tubing (2) and tighten B-nut (1).
5.
Turn angle valve (3) to right.
6.
To test operate, fill water tank (TM 5-3610-287-10, para 2-6) and check
for leaks.
GATE VALVE
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Shop equipment common no. 1 tool kit (appendix B, section III, item 12)
Pipe wrench
Flat-tip screwdriver
Extension light
Materials/Parts
Gate valve, 424-1
Close nipple, 4830K221
PTFE tape (appendix C, item 30)
Personnel Required
Utilities Equipment Repairer 52C10
Equipment Conditions
Water tank drained (TM 5-3610-287-10, para 2-7)
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