DRAIN HOSE ASSEMBLY (EXCEPT MODEL <a href="//mil-spec.tpub.com/MIL-T/MIL-T-52983G">MIL-T-52983B</a>) SERVICE

TM 10-5430-238-12&P

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OPERATOR AND UNIT MAINTENANCE MANUAL

(INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST)

COLLAPSIBLE FABRIC TANKS, FUEL STORAGE, 3,000,

10,000, 20,000, AND 50,000 GALLON

DRAIN HOSE ASSEMBLY (EXCEPT MODEL MIL-T-52983B)

SERVICE

INITIAL SETUP

Materials/Parts

Equipment Condition

Anti-seize Tape

Fuel tank drained

Detergent

Drain Gate/Ball Valve removed

Dry Cleaning Solvent

Rags, Wiping

Sealing Compound

SERVICE

1. Rotate hose assembly (1) counterclockwise and remove from drain fitting (2).

2. Flush hose assembly (1) with hot, soapy water.

3. Rinse out hose assembly (1) thoroughly and air dry.

WARNING

Dry cleaning solvent, A-A-59601, used to clean parts, is potentially dangerous to

personnel and property. It produces toxic and flammable fumes. Use only in well

ventilated areas. Avoid repeated and prolonged skin contact. Do not use solvent

near an open flame or near excessive heat. The flash point of the solvent is 100F

to 130F (38 C to 59 C).

4. Clean the threads on couplings (3) with dry cleaning solvent and dry thoroughly with rags.

5. Inspect hose assembly (1) for cracks, tears, or wear.

6. Check and ensure hose bands (4) are secured to threaded couplings (3).

7. Apply sealing compound or anti-seize tape on threads of coupling (3). Engage threads of couplings

(3) with threads on drain fitting (2) and turn hose assembly (1) clockwise until tight.

8. Install the drain gate or ball valve. See WP 0023 00 and WP 0024 00.

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