DRAIN BALL VALVE ASSEMBLY (TANK MODELS BA91-142 and RCF0210000)

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.

DRAIN BALL VALVE ASSEMBLY (TANK MODELS BA91-142 and RCF0210000)

SYMPTOM

Drain ball valve assembly leaks.

MALFUNCTION

Check for leaks around valve stem.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Tighten valve stem packing nut (WP 0024 00).

Check coupling half NPT connections for leaks.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Remove coupling half and replace antiseize tape (WP 0024 00).

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