Section III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS

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Section III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS

2-4. GENERAL.

In normal operation, mechanical refrigeration equipment will be used with the refrigerators. After installation, refer to the

technical manual covering the cooling unit used in your refrigerator and operate the unit as instructed.

NOTE

Be sure door is closed securely when not in use to prevent heat from entering

refrigerator.

Observe the thermometer regularly to be sure the temperature range established by your supervisor is maintained.

Section IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS

2-5. OPERATION UNDER RAINY OR HUMID CONDITIONS.

If the refrigerator is installed outdoors, protect the hinges and latches by coating them with a waterproof substance such

as grease (MIL-G-23549C) or heavy oil (MIL-C-40084B or MIL-C-22235A(2)) to prevent rust or corrosion. Use canvas or

other waterproof material to protect the unit as much as possible in order to reduce the rusting and corrosion action.

2-6. OPERATION IN SALT-WATER AREAS.

a. Wash the outside of the refrigerator with clean, fresh water, every other day if possible.

b. Coat exposed surfaces with rust proofing compound (MIL-C-23050).

c. Remove any rust or corrosion immediately; apply rust arresting coating (MIL-R-10036D) and repaint area.

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