TM 10-8145-222-23
MAINTAINER MAINTENANCE
FUEL TANK
SERVICE
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools
Personnel Required
Brush (WP 0097, Item 7)
Quartermaster and Chemical Equipment Repairer, or
Funnel (WP 0097)
Utilities Equipment Repairer
Glasses, Safety (WP 0097, Item 39)
Equipment Condition
Gloves, Chemical and Oil Protective
(WP 0097, Item 21)
Refrigeration unit shut down (TM 10-8145-222-10)
Pail, Utility (Metal) (WP 0097, Item 34)
External power disconnected (TM 10-8145-222-10)
Shield, Face (WP 0097, Item 20)
Materials/Parts
Detergent, General Purpose (WP 0097, Item 18)
Fuel, JP-8 (WP 0097, Item 54)
Towel, Machinery Wiping (WP 0097, Item 52)
SERVICE
Drain
WARNING
The JP-8 and diesel fuels used with the MTRCS are combustible and highly
explosive. Do not smoke or use open flame when performing maintenance. Flames
and explosion can occur resulting in severe injury or death.
The JP-8 and diesel fuels used with the MTRCS are toxic. Always wear eye, face,
and hand protection when working with or around fuel. If fuel contact is made with
eyes, flush your eyes and seek immediate medical attention. If fuel contact is made
with skin or clothing, remove contaminated clothing immediately, clean your skin with
a mild soap or cleanser, and rinse with clean water.
1. Remove fuel tank filler cap (Figure 1, Item 1).
2. Position drain pail under fuel tank drain hose (Figure 1, Item 3).
3. Open two drain cocks (Figure 1, Item 2) and drain fuel into drain pail.
4. When drain pail approaches full, close two drain cocks (Figure 1, Item 2).
5. Transfer fuel from drain pail into suitable storage container.
6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 as necessary until fuel tank is empty.
7. Close fuel tank drain cocks (Figure 1, Item 2).
8. Install fuel tank filler cap (Figure 1, Item 1).
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