Sandy or Dusty Conditions.

TM 5-4320-273-14

necessary.

a. Fuel System.

(1) Keep the area surrounding the fuel tank fill

Oil and Fuel. Keep stores

c. Protection of Stores of

cap free of ice, snow, or other moisture.

of oil and fuel tightly closed to protect them from

(2) Thoroughly clean containers before using for

dust or sand. If possible, store the supplies in a shed

fuel storage.

or storage room or cover them with a tarpaulin.

(3) Keep the fuel tank full when the pump is not

2-15. Salt Water Areas.

in use to prevent an excessive amount of water con-

Salt air causes a rapid deterioration of unpainted

densation in the fuel system of the engine.

surfaces. You should remove rust formations im-

(4) Service the fuel filter frequently to remove

mediately and protect the exposed surfaces with

any moisture from the bowl.

paint, if available, or with a light coat of oil. Check

b. Engine Ignition System. Keep the starter,

all electrical contacts daily and replace corroded

magneto, and other electrical fixtures free of

part.

moisture,

c. Lubrication. Refer to LO 5-4320-273-12 to assure

2 - 1 6 . Movement to a New Location.

that engine lubricant is the proper grade for the

Before moving the pumping assembly to a new

coldest conditions likely to be encountered.

location, you should observe the following procedures.

2-14. Sandy or Dusty Conditions.

a. Close all gate valves.

You must protect the unit from dust or sand as

b. Seal the suction and discharge openings with the

much as possible to ensure proper cooling and

appropriate dust caps/plugs issued with the equip-

operation.

ment.

a, Lubrication. When adding oil to the crankcase,

c. Disconnect and stow the grounding wire and

remove any dirt or sand from around the filler neck.

grounding rod.

Keep the crankcase breather cap clean. Lubricate in

d. If the pump is being towed, secure the front

accordance with LO 5-4320-273-12.

stand support in the "up" position after the drawbar

b. Air Cleaner. Service the air cleaner as often as

is secured to the towing vehicle.

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