TM 10-4320-315-10
Section III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
2-6.
Assembly and Preparation for Use. Refer to system manual for site requirements.
a.
Pumping Assembly Setup. Perform the following (Figure 2-1):
CAUTION
When pumping assembly is not connected to a vehicle pintle hook, set parking brake to
prevent unit from moving
(1)
Place park brake lever (3) in lock position
(2)
Using procedure that follows, disconnect pumping assembly from tow vehicle:
(a)
Disconnect trailer electrical cable (2) from trailer receptacle (1) on tow vehicle.
(b)
Open pintle (7) on tow vehicle
(c)
Using tripod jack (4), raise front of pumping assembly until lunette (8) clears pintle hook (7).
(d)
Unhook safety chains (6) and breakaway cable (5) from tow vehicles at lifting shackle (14)
(e)
Slowly move tow vehicle forward until eye of lunette (8) is clear of pintle hook (7).
CAUTION
Jack may come off bracket when pin is pulled.
(3)
Remove jacks (11) from stowed position and attach to vehicle in operating position as follows
(a)
Remove locking pin (9).
(b)
Rotate jack (11) on bracket (13)
(c)
Install locking pin (9) through jack (11) and bracket (13).
(d)
Use jack handle (12) to lower pad (10).
(4)
Using front tripod (4) and rear jacks (11), level pumping assembly.
b.
Preparing Pumping Assembly for Operation. Connect pump suction and discharge ports in accordance with
system manual.
2-7.
Initial Adjustments and Daily Checks. Perform the following
a.
Perform before (B) PMCS.
b.
Open air exhaust door and control panel door.
c.
Close control suction and discharge valves
d.
Ensure pump drain is capped.
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