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TM 9-2330-398-24
2-7.
SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS (continued).
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Perform a break-in road test of 25 miles (40 km) at a maximum speed of 30 mph (48 kmh).
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Report any problems on DA Form 2404.
CAUTION
Do not use abrasive powder, steel wool, or other material that will scratch the
Inside surface of the tank
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Place a suitable container under all drain valves to remove all preservatives.
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Perform depreservation in accordance with DD Form 1397.
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Open manhole cover to let the tank "air out.'
WARNING
DO NOT climb Into tank unless Interior of tank has been drained and purged and an
explosive meter check Indicates that t Is safe to do so. Adequate forced -air
ventilation or self-contained breathing apparatus must be used. Any person
entering tank must have an attached lifeline. An observer must be stationed at the
manhole opening so assistance may be summoned In the event of an emergency.
Failure to follow this warning may result In serious Injury or death to personnel.
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Climb into the tank through the manhole and inspect for cleanliness. Remove all sediment and debris using a lint-
free cloth.
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Remove all bands and antitheft bolts and nuts from hose troughs and fire extinguishers.
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Remove all tape from exhaust and intake ports of the engine.
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Place suitable container under engine fuel tank and remove drain plug. When engine fuel tank is empty, replace
drain plug and fill tank with the proper grade of fuel.
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Replace engine crankcase oil with OE15W-40. Check level of oil (refer to 9-2330-398-10). If low, add proper
grade oil to bring level up to "Full' mark on the dipstick.
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Install upper handrails on ladder (para 2-83).
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Notify Direct Support maintenance to perform pnuematic leakage test (para 3-7).
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Remove filters from filter/separator (para 2-120). Replace gasket and access cover. Put about 200 gallons of the
type of fuel to be hauled in the semitrailer tank. Start the engine and pump fuel through the piping. If fuel fails to
flow, prime centrifugal pump (Appendix G). Discharge about 60 gallons of fuel into suitable container through
each hose reel. Discharge remaining fuel through the four-inch hose(s) into suitable containers. Stop engine.
Open all drain valves and drain residual fuel into containers. Dispose of fuel in accordance with local SOP.
Remove cover and gasket from the filter/separator and install filters (para 2-120). Replace gasket and cover.
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