FILLER/DISCHARGE ASSEMBLY - TM-10-5430-239-12-P0078

TM 10-5430-239-12&P

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TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE

WARNING

FLAMMABLE FUEL. Do not allow smoking within 100 feet (30.50 meters)

of the storage area. Post NO SMOKING signs around the area. Avoid

getting fuel on the body or clothing. If clothing becomes saturated with

fuel, remove the clothing immediately and wash body with hot soapy water

and soak clothing in soapy water. Avoid spillage of fuel. When spillage

occurs, cover the affected area with dry soil to reduce its rate of vaporization.

Be certain a suitable fire extinguisher is present and that it is properly

charged and positioned so as to be readily available in case of fire. Death or

serious injury may result if personnel fail to strictly observe safety precautions.

FILLER/DISCHARGE ASSEMBLY

SYMPTOM

Filler/discharge assembly leaks.

MALFUNCTION

Check coupling halves on hoses for dirt, damage, or wear.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Remove any dirt or foreign objects inside coupling halves.

If leak continues, replace or repair (WP 0020 00).

Check for loose or missing hexagon head bolts.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Tighten or replace bolts (WP 0020 00).

Check o-ring between closure plate and tank fitting for nicks,

breaks, or distortion.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace o-ring (WP 0020 00).

Check gasket on both sides of closure plate for damage or breaks.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace gasket (WP 0020 00).

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