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TM 10-6630-247-13&P
Section IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
2-13. OPERATION IN EXTREME COLD .
Observe the following precautions when operating the Test Kit in extreme cold:
(1)
Wear arctic micens and rubber gloves when handling hardware. Bare hands can freeze to
metal components.
WARNING
Do not operate test kit in tents or shelter without adequate ventilation.
Inhalation of petroleum fumes and vapors will result in serious illness or
death.
(2)
Remove snow, sleet or ice from test kit before opening cabinet.
(3)
When not in use, store test kit in heated area if possible.
(4)
Refer to the applicable ASTMs for conducting petroleum tests in extreme cold.
2-14. OPERATION IN EXTREME HEAT.
Observe the following precautions when operating the test kit in extreme heat:
(1)
Protect test kit and components from direct sunlight. Direct sunlight may influence
thermometer indications during product testing.
(2)
High ambient temperatures will require use of additional coolant to perform distillation
tests. Make sure enough coolant is available to complete the test.
2-15. OPERATIONS IN DUSTY OR SANDY AREAS.
Observe the following precautions when operating the test kit in dusty or sandy areas:
WARNING
Do not operate test kit in tents or shelter without adequate ventilation.
Inhalation of petroleum fumes and vapors will result in serious illness or
death.
(1)
If dust or sand is blowing, operate the test kit only from a tent or shelter.
(2)
When not in use, the kit should be covered with a tarp to prevent dust, dirt and sand from
entering cabinet.
(3)
Keep all test kit components in cabinet until ready for use.
(4)
Carefully inspect components for accumulations of dust, dirt and sand. Remove all
contamination from equipment before beginning tests.
(5)
Following operation in dusty or sandy areas, rinse all flasks, graduates and jars with
clean, fresh water to remove contaminants.
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