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TM 5-4320-305-24
2-52.
INTERMEDIATE TERM STORAGE (More than 30 days) (Continued)
(3) Secure air cleaner assembly (10) and muffler assembly (37) to trailer chassis using soft annealed wire or
strapping conforming to QQ-S-781, Class 1, Type I or IV.
(4) Release hand brake (14).
(5) Ensure that front jack (15) and rear jack (16) are secured in the up position, and that battery box assembly (17)
and tool box (18) are closed securely.
(6) When the centrifugal pump unit has been placed in theselected storage location, block the wheels (19) to
prevent movement and release hand brakes.
(7) Block up trailer axle so that tires are approximately one inch off the ground.
(8) Support trailer frame (38) at all four corners.
(9) For indoor or outdoor storage, cover entire unit with weather cover supplied with unit, tied or weighted to
prevent movement.
f. Inspection.
(1) Visually inspect the centrifugal pump unit monthly for evidence of rust, security of seals, and any evidence of
deterioration of nonmetallic components.
(2) When in outdoor storage, visually inspect as above immediately following heavy rains, snowfall, or high winds.
2-53.
PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT
a.
Prepare the centrifugal pump unit for intermediate storage in accordance with paragraph 2-52.
b.
Secure the battery in battery box assembly (17) and tape the battery cables to the battery box to prevent
grounding.
WARNING
Death or serious injury could occur if unauthorized or unnecessary personnel
are in the hoisting area. Permit only personnel actually engaged in the
hoisting operation to be near the nit and hoisting equipment. All instructions
for the hoisting operations must come from one authorized person. injury to
personnel or damage to equipment could occur from improper hoisting. Hoist
the load slowly to avoid tearing out lifting bail assembly, slipping slings, or
load shift. Do not jerk the load or swing it from side-to-side when hoisting.
This places additional stress on hoisting components which can cause failure
and loss of load. Be sure hoisting equipment is on solid footing and is
suitable for the size of the load. Watch boom angle and overhead clearance
when hoisting.
c.
Use equipment such as a crane, forklift, or other cargo-lifting equipment to load the pump unit without any damage.
When using cables for lifting, spreader bars of adequate length must be used to revent cables from closing in and
crushing the centrifugal pump unit. Cables should be connected to the centrifugal pump unit's multipurpose lifting and
tiedown provisions, with the apex not exceeding a height
U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1993 - 755-028/80209
PIN: 062570-003
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