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TM 5-5430-210-12
Table 3-1. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Cont)
NOTE: Within designated interval, these checks are to be performed in the order listed.
B – Before
D – During
A – After
Interval
Procedures
For Readiness Reporting,
Item
Item to be
Check for and have repaired or
Equipment is Not Ready/
No.
B
D
A
Inspected
adjusted as necessary
Available If:
8
Tank Inside -
If fuel, particularly leaded gasoline,
Cont
Cont
is stored for an extended period of
time, a heavy sludge can accumulate
in the bottom of the tank. The
sludge can be removed by opening
the access plate (refer to item
5, fig. B-2) after which the tank
should be thoroughly flushed with
water. The access plate may be
removed by removing the hexagon
head capscrews and washers. Excess
water should be drained from the
tank. The interior tank coating
can be protected against crackling
by sloshing a gallon or two of
gasoline inside the tank after clean-
ing. Excess gasoline should be
removed prior to returning the
tank to service.
3-3
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