TM 5-4320-302-14
4-42. INTERMEDIATE TERM STORAGE (more than 30 days)
WARNING
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.
a. Start engine and allow to operate at 2800 rpm for 10 to 12 minutes or until normal operating
temperature is reached. Shut down engine.
b. Drain crankcase oil and replace oil filter cartridge as described in table 4-1, item 3. Then fill
crankcase to proper level using preservative lubricating oil (MIL-L-21260, Grade 2, or equivalent).
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 handle fuel near open flame, sparks, or excessive
heat.
Be certain fuel lines and connections are secure.
Work in a well-ventilated area.
c. Remove fuel tank cap and hex head plug in bottom of fuel tank. Collect fuel in a suitable metal
container.
d. Replace fuel strainer and filter cartridge and fill cartridge 2/3 full with MIL-L-46002 corrosion-
inhibited preservation oil in accordance with paragraph 4-34.
e. Replace hex head plug and fill fuel tank with sufficient MIL-L-46002 preservative oil, Grade 1,
to permit 10-15 minutes of operation.
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