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TM 55-8145-221-14&P
Change 1
0006 00-26
REFRIGERATED CONTAINER SYSTEM
OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS – Continued
0006 00
PREPARATION FOR MOVEMENT.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to container cargo, make sure cargo is securely packed in container.
1.
Check container cargo. Make sure all boxes and packages are properly secured. Refer to AR 746-1, Packaging of
Army Material for Shipment and Storage.
2.
Verify that no personnel are inside the container.
3.
Verify that all doors and guards are installed and securely fastened.
4.
Check temperature recorder indication. Verify container temperature is correct for type of cargo being stored. If
required, allow refrigeration unit to operate until temperature has stabilized.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to cargo, make sure electrical power, external or generator set, is
available at new work site. Refrigeration unit should only be shut down for short periods
of time as required to load/unload container from transport vehicle.
5.
Shut down refrigeration unit per REFRIGERATION UNIT OPERATION (Refer to WP 0006 00).
6.
If generator set is not being used, shut down generator set per generator set shutdown procedures.
a. Shut down generator set. Refer to WP 0006 00.
b. Notify Unit Maintenance to disconnect ground cable and remove ground rod assembly. Store ground rod
sections in holding clip on right side of skid base. Store cable and couplings in storage box.
c. Secure all generator set access doors and panels.
7.
If external power is being used, shut down power source. Notify Unit Maintenance to disconnect refrigeration unit
external power cable from power source.
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WARNING
A loaded refrigerated container is extremely heavy. To prevent injury to personnel and
damage to equipment, use a hoist and sling rated at a minimum capacity of 40 tons
(80,000 pounds).
Commercial container handling equipment (cranes, top-lift devices, front and side
loaders and self loading transporters) is suitable for handling the refrigerated container.
Always use spreader frame when top lifting container.
Containers must be lifted vertically from four corner fittings.
Do not lift container with cable slings at an angle.
Never use forklift to move, lift or push container unless forklift is designed for use with
the Refrigerated Container System (MIL-VAN).
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