TM 5-4320-302-14
Section VI. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE OR SHIPMENT
4-39. GENERAL
This section provides instructions for preparing the centrifugal pump unit for short term and intermediate
storage or shipment.
4-40. ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE
a. Placement of equipment in administrative storage should be for short periods of time when a shortage of
maintenance effort exists. Items should be in mission readiness within 24 hours or within the time factors as
determined by the directing authority. During the storage period appropriate maintenance records will be kept.
b. Before placing equipment in administrative storage, current maintenance services and equipment ser-
viceable criteria (ESC) evaluations should be completed, shortcomings and deficiencies should be corrected,
and all modification work orders (MWO's) should be applied.
c. Storage site selection. Inside storage is preferred for items selected for administrative storage. If inside
storage is not available, trucks, vans, conex containers and other containers may be used.
4-41. SHORT TERM STORAGE (30 days or less)
NOTE
When centrifugal pump unit is taken out of service, take
special precautions to protect the interior and exterior of
the unit from rust accumulation and corrosion.
WARNING
Severe burns, illness, or death may result if personnel fail
to handle diesel fuel oil properly. Observe the following
precautions:
Do not inhale vapor.
Do not refuel near open flame, sparks, or excessive heat.
Be certain fuel lines and connections are secure.
Do not overfill fuel tank.
Work in a well-ventilated area.
Priming discharge mixture of water and exhaust gases may
cause severe burns or injury. Wear gloves and safety
glasses when priming pump.
Stand clear of venturi during priming.
CAUTION
Prime the centrifugal pump as soon as possible after engine
starts. Rotation of impeller without water in volute will
damage pump components.
Change 1
4-182