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TM 10-3835-231-13
4-12. TANKER-TRUCK RECEIPT MANIFOLD.
CAUTION
INTERNAL CLEANLINESS
Make sure all hoselines, fittings and valves are clean internally. Foreign materials
may disrupt operations and damage equipment.
NOTE
The following assembly instructions apply to one tanker-truck receipt manifold.
There is one tanker-truck receipt manifold for each fuel unit, for a total of three for
each TPT.
a.
Inspect all items for damage, cleanliness and quantities required.
NOTE
The tanker-truck receipt manifolds should be installed only under the direction of
operations management.
b.
Determine the approximate location and layout of the dispensing area in accordance with the plot plan.
NOTE
Liberally apply petrolatum to the gasket and the inside surface of coupling clamp to
prevent pinching during installation. Then, pull the coupling gasket over one
grooved end of each mating joint. Ensure gasket is properly positioned over full
circumference of sealing surfaces. Position coupling clamp over gasket. While
maintaining alignment of mating parts, lock coupling clamp securely.
c.
Align mating surfaces of 6 x 6 x 4 tees (1) (figure 4-11), 6 inch x 12 foot hose assemblies (2), 6 inch gate
valves (3), 6 x 6 x 6 tees (4), 6 inch caps (5), and 6 inch x 50 foot hose assemblies (6). Join these items
using coupling clamps (7).
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