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TM 10-5430-236-12&P
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0007 00-1
OPERATOR AND UNIT MAINTENANCE
COLLAPSIBLE FABRIC TANK, PETROLEUM, 3,000, 10,000, AND 20,000 GALLON
OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION FOR USE
The following procedures describe assembly, preparation for use, and operation of the collapsible
petroleum tanks.
Site Selection
The site selected for tank installation should be level and large enough to contain the berm liner and filled
tank (Refer to FM 10-69, Supply Point of Operations.) Site selection must also consider location near tank
truck receiving area. The minimum sizes for the berm floor is as follows:
1. 3,000 gallon (11,355L) - 28 x 28 feet (8.5 x 8.5m)
2. 10,000 gallon (37,850L) - 28 x 28 feet (8.5 x 8.5m)
3. 20,000 gallon (75,700L) - 34 x 34 feet (10.4 x 10.4m)
WARNING
Do not use near open flame or excessive heat. Death or personnel injury could
occur due to exploding or burning fuel.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to tank, remove gravel, rocks, and debris from bottom of shoes
before walking on tank fabric.
NOTE
If your fuel tank is supplied as part of a system, the tank may be supplied in a reusable
container.
Unpacking the Equipment
Open and unpack the contents of each container. To aid assembly, open containers in the same
sequence as the assembly, preparation for use and operation for the collapsible fabric petroleum tanks.
For example, first open the container for the ground cloth, then second open the container for the berm
liner, and so on until all containers are unpacked. If required, request assistance from unit maintenance.
Inspection
Inspect the equipment for damage incurred during shipment. Report any problems to your supervisor.
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