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c. Engine Crankcases. Block heaters may be in engine crankcases if available. These can be operated off the
floodlight set generators. If block heaters cannot be utilized, run the engines routinely. Block heaters are not part of the
TPT supply.
d. Hoselines and Electrical wires and cables. If extremely cold, the hoselines, wires and cables may become stiff and
more brittle. Special care should be taken not to bend too sharply or drive over them in this condition.
e. To help prevent snow accumulations in operating areas and on equipment under blowing snow conditions, it is
recommended that snow fences be erected at appropriate locations.
f. Gasket material will be stiffer and more brittle. Take care not to install gaskets that have been damaged.
g. When not in use, spread tarpaulins over the equipment to keep snow off. The tarps must be removed before
beginning operations. Tarpaulins are not part of the TPT supply.
h. Remove snow accumulations in areas of operation and vehicle traffic.
i. Spread sand and salt (or another agent) in icy areas, particularly around operating equipment and in the fuel
dispensing areas. Avoid putting salt on any equipment, particularly aluminum equipment.
2-10. EXTREME HEAT.
a. Fuels, particularly motor gasoline and JP4, will vaporize more readily. This can result in more fuel vapors escaping
from tank vents. Special care must be taken to avoid vent fires.
b. In extreme heat, fuels that are in storage will give off a lot of vapor and possibly go off specification. The gravity
should be checked before dispensing for use.
c. Engine operating temperatures must be watched closely. Make sure cooling systems are clean and operating
efficiently.
2-11. EXTREME DUSTY, SANDY OR SALT AIR ENVIRONMENT.
a. Regularly remove accumulations of sand and dust from equipment and within tank berms.
b. Make sure dust caps on tank vents are closed unless tank is actually venting.
c. Special care must be taken to avoid dust or sand accumulations in engine cooling systems. Clean out routinely.
d. When loading tanker-trucks or other containers, make sure no sand or dust enters the tank.
e. Take special care to avoid dust or sand accumulations on moving parts.
f. Special care must be taken when opening any equipment for maintenance. Do not allow dust or sand to enter it. If
it does, clean it out carefully. Do not leave equipment standing open.
g. The erection of snow fences (or equal) in appropriate locations will help avoid dust or sand accumulations on
equipment.
h. If conditions are very extreme, issue goggles and dust respirators to personnel.
i. When possible keep equipment covered and protective caps in place when not in use.
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