Section II SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF EQUIPMENT

TM 5-4120-359-14

Section II SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF EQUIPMENT

3-2. UNLOADING

The Air Conditioners are packaged in a container designed for shipment and handling with the cabinet in an upright

position. The base of the container is constructed as a shipping pallet with provisions for the insertion of the forks on

materials handling equipment.

a. Remove all blocking and tiedowns that may have been used to secure the container to the carrier.

b. Use a forklift truck, overhead hoist, wrecker, or other suitable material handling equipment to remove the

packaged unit from the carrier.

CAUTION

Use care in handling to avoid damage to the air conditioner. If an overhead lifting

device must be used, use an appropriate sling so that the weight of the unit is

borne by the base of the shipping container.

3-3. UNPACKING

a. General. Normally, the packaged air conditioner should be moved into the immediate area in which it is to be

installed before is unpacked.

NOTE

The shipping container and pallet are of such a design that they may be retained

for reuse for mobility purposes if frequent relocation of the air conditioner is

anticipated.

b. Remove Shipping Container. Remove all bands and retaining devices that secure the upper container to the

base pallet. Lift the container vertically and remove it from the base pallet.

c. Remove packaging. Remove the cushioning around the top of the cabinet and retain, reuse is anticipated.

Remove the preservation barrier, if applicable, by tearing around the bottom of the air conditioner cabinet. Remove the

technical publications envelope and accessory sack that are taped to the cabinet, and put them in a safe place.

NOTE

It is recommended that the cabinet be left bolted to the shipping pallet until time to

place it in the installation position. All receiving inspection actions can be

conducted without removal from the pallet.

3-4. RECEIVING INSPECTION

Perform receiving inspection of the air conditioner in the following manner:

a. Inspect the equipment for damage incurred during shipment. If the equipment has been damaged, report damage

on DD form 6, Packaging Improvement Report.

b. Check the equipment against the packing slip to see if the shipment is complete. Report all discrepancies in

accordance with the instructions of DA PAM 738-750.

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