PREPARATION FOR STORAGE OR SHIPMENT - TM-10-5430-239-12-P0165

TM 10-5430-239-12&P

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OPERATOR AND UNIT MAINTENANCE MANUAL

(INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST)

COLLAPSIBLE FABRIC TANK, PETROLEUM, 5,000 BARREL

PREPARATION FOR STORAGE OR SHIPMENT

WARNINGS

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.

Sludge that accumulates at the bottom of the tank gives off toxic and

explosive vapors. Inhaling these vapors can cause lead poisoning.

When cleaning the fuel tanks, provide ample ventilation to dissipate

harmful fumes.

Always wear protective goggles, a breathing apparatus and other

protective gear when cleaning the tank interior. Fuel vapors are toxic

and can damage eyes, skin and lungs.

CAUTION

Always handle the tank carefully. Pad the components stored with the

tank to avoid chafing during storage or transportation. Rough handling

or careless storage can damage the tank.

NOTE

Prior to storage the tank should be disassembled, purged of all residual fuel

and fumes, cleaned and preserved with all its components for future use.

1. Drain the tank until empty (WP 0005 00).

2. Remove the tank drain hose assembly from the tank drain fitting and install the drain plug (WP 0021)

(Tank Models BA91-142 and RCF0210000).

3. Remove the filler/discharge elbows from the filler/discharge adapters (WP 0020).

4. Remove the vent fitting assembly from the flanged adapter and install the dust cap (WP 0019).

5. Inflate the tank with air and air-dry the tank for twenty-four hours.

6. Remove the filler/discharge assembly from the tank (WP 0020).

7. Flush the tank with detergent solution (WP 0041).

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