CHAPTER 6. CASE, MILITARY, WATER CAN

CHAPTER 6

CASE, MILITARY, WATER CAN

Section I. DESCRIPTION AND TABULATED DATA

6-1. Description

The rectangular military water can case, figure 6-1,

accommodates one 5-gallon water can. It is covered

with an outside material which is a fire-and

mildew-resistant coated cloth and insulated with 1

inch thick fiberglass. The case is equipped with a

slide fastener closure and adjustable cotton webbing

carrying strap, MIL-C-11430. It is primarily for use in

cold climate areas as a cover for the 5-gallon water

can to keep the water from freezing.

6-2. Tabulated Data

a. Dimensions

Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 inches

Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 5/8inches

Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l9inches

b. Capacity. The case holds one 5-gallon can.

Figure 6-1. Case, military water can.

Section II. OPERATOR/CREW MAINTENANCE

6-5. Cleaning, Inspection, and Repairs

6-3. Lubrication Instructions

a. Inspection.

The case does not require lubrication.

(1) Inspect the body of the case for broken or

missing stitching, cuts, tears, signs of excessive wear,

6-4. Preventive Maintenance Services

and any other damage.

To insure the military 5-gallon can case is ready for

(2) Inspect the inside of the case to see that the

base cover is not damaged.

use at all times, it must be inspected systematically

(3) Inspect the webbing for broken stitching,

so that defects may be discovered and corrected

cuts, rips, and signs of excessive wear and check to

before they result in serious damage. The necessary

see that the slide fastener operates properly.

preventive maintenance checks and services to be

b. Cleaning. Clean the case, using a brush or damp

performed at regularly scheduled intervals are listed

cloth to remove dirt, dust, and foreign matter.

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