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TM 10-5430-236-12&P
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OPERATOR AND UNIT MAINTENANCE MANUAL
(INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST)
COLLAPSIBLE FABRIC TANK, PETROLEUM, 3,000, 10,000, AND 20,000 GALLON
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION AND DATA
EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURES
Characteristics, capabilities, and features of the 3,000, 10,000, and 20,000-gallon (11,355, 37,850, and
75,700L) petroleum tanks
1. Portable tank folds and rolls up to aid in storing of tank in packing crate for transporting.
2. U-shaped handles aid in positioning and movement of the empty tank.
3. Tanks are supplied with components required to connect tank to a distribution system.
4. Quick-disconnect couplings enable rapid connection of system fuel hoses.
5. The self-erecting, pillow-shaped tanks are provided with a vent assembly to prevent over
pressurization of the tank. These vent assemblies are installed for all three tanks.
6. Accessory hose assemblies, gate valves, couplings and gaskets required for operation are supplied
with each tank. These components are the same for all three tanks.
7. Berm liner assembly prevents spillage of fuel on the ground due to leaks in the tank. The berm
liner is supplied with two drain assemblies, drain hose assemblies and gate valves.
8. A nylon coated fabric ground cloth protects berm liner and tank bottom from damages.
9. Tanks are supplied with type I and type II emergency repair kits for emergency repairs.
10. Easily and quickly setup in the field.
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