TM 10-5430-242-12&P 0009 00 Change 1 0009 00-4 Table 1.  Operator Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services for Fuel Storage Tank. NOTE Within designated intervals, these checks are to be performed in the order listed. ITEM NO. INTERVAL MAN- HOUR ITEM TO BE CHECKED OR SERVICED PROCEDURE EQUIPMENT NOT READY/ AVAILABLE IF: 1 Before Installation Area Inspect the installation area for sticks and other sharp objects that might cause punctures and leaks. Sharp objects are present.   2 Before Tank (1) Inspect for tears or punctures.  If torn or punctured, perform emergency repairs   (WP 0006 00). Tank has tears or punctures that cannot be repaired. 3 Before Filler/Discharge Gate Valve (2) or Ball Valve (3) Check for bent or binding stem and broken hardware.   Check gasket and cam-lever arms for damage. Check for missing or damaged dust caps and plugs. Stem, hand- wheel or handle, gasket, or cam- lever arms are damaged or missing. 4 Before Filler/Discharge Hose Assembly (4) Check for cuts and tears. Check fittings for distortion and damage, or missing gaskets, dust caps and plugs. Hose assembly is damaged.   Gaskets, dust caps or plugs are damaged or missing.   5 Before Tank Drain Ball Valve (5)   Check for bent or binding stem and broken handle. Check for missing or damaged dust caps and plugs. Stem or handle is damaged or missing. Dust caps or plugs damaged or missing. 6 7 Before Before Tank Drain Hose Assembly (6) Vent Fitting Assembly (7) Check hose for cuts and tears.  Check fittings for distortion or damage. Check relief cap, flame arrestor, cap gasket, rubber gasket, and cam-lever arms for evidence of leakage, damage, or missing parts.   Check relief cap for cleanliness and freedom of operation.  Check for damaged or missing gaskets. Hose assembly is damaged. Relief cap or flame arrestor is damaged or missing.  Relief cap, gasket, flat rubber gasket, or cam-lever arms are damaged or missing.