TM 5-3825-270-10
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
LOAD TANK AT STRAINER WITH SYSTEM PUMP AND 3" HOSE
INITIAL SETUP:
Not Applicable
LOAD TANK AT STRAINER WITH SYSTEM PUMP AND FLOATING STRAINER
NOTE
Ensure that all valves and petcocks are in closed position before performing this task.
1.
Ensure that water pump is primed (WP 0019).
2.
Position Water Distributor as close to water source as possible.
NOTE
Water sources with at least 4 ft depth will allow optimum tank loading performance and
fewer problems with air and debris entering floating strainer while loading tank.
Water sources that are not at least 4 ft deep should be avoided because they will require
reduced pumping rates and more attention to achieve a successful loading mission.
3.
Unstow hoses (WP 0078).
4.
Unstow floating strainer (WP 0079).
5.
Remove cap (Figure 1, Item 2) from floating strainer (Figure 1, Item 1).
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Figure 1. Load Tank At Strainer With System Pump And Floating Strainer.
6.
Remove cap(s) (Figure 2, Item 4) from suction hose(s) (Figure 2, Item 3).