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TM 10-5430-232-12&P
SECTION III OPERATING UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
2-5. FILLING TANK, DISCHARGING FUEL AND DRAINING TANK.
a. Pre-fill Tank Check.
WARNING
FUELS ARE HAZARDOUS FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
Do not smoke or bring open flame within 100 feet (30.48 meters) of the tank.
If fuel spills on or around a tank or within the diked area, shut down any
nearby engine-driven equipment. Do not resume operation until It has been
determined that the vapor concentrations are below the explosive range.
If fuel spills onto clothing, remove clothing before entering area with engine-
driven equipment or area where smoking is permitted. Fuels and fuel sludge
can cause injury to skin or eyes.
If fuel or sludge comes into contact with skin, flush eyes with water. For
further information on first aid, refer to FM 21-11.
(1) Check to see that tank is properly installed. It should be Iying flat and smooth.
(2) Check that the drain hoses are attached and the drain valves are closed.
(3) Check that vent assembly is operational.
(4) Check filler/discharge elbow not used in filling. Make sure it is covered by a dust cap or plug.
b. Fill Tank
(1) Connect hose from fuel source to filler/discharge gate valve to be used for filling.
(2) Open filler/discharge gate valve.
CAUTION
Do not overfill the tank. Overfilling the tank may result in rupture or leakage. The
required quantity of fuel should be measured by using range poles.
NOTE
If the tank begins to roll or creep when being filled, place sandbags along the lower
edge of the tank to prevent further creeping or rolling.
(3) Activate fuel source. Fill tank. Tank is filled to capacity when it reaches a height of 6 feet, 8
inches (2.03 meters). Do not overfill tank.
(4) When tank is full, stop pumping.
(5) Close filler/discharge gate valve.
(6) Disconnect fuel source hose from filler/discharge gate valve.
(7) Check tank for leakage. If tank leaks, follow troubleshooting procedures in table 3-1. 2-11
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