FILLER/DISCHARGE GATE VALVE ASSEMBLY

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 GATE VALVE ASSEMBLY

SYMPTOM

Gate valve assembly leaks.

MALFUNCTION

Check for loose or missing hexagon head bolts and nuts.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Tighten or replace nuts and bolts (WP 0027 00).

Check for loose valve stem packing nut.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Tighten packing nut (WP 0027 00).

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