TM-9-2320-361-24-2
2-1/2 TON, 6X6, M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS
TECHNICAL MANUAL; FIELD AND SUSTAINMENT MAINTENANCE PART 2 OF 2
AUGUST 2006
TM-9-2320-361-24-2 - Page 386 of 1144
TM 9-2320-361-24-2
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FUEL AND WATER TANK BODIES MAINTENANCE (Contd)
REMOVAL (Contd)
3.
Attach utility chains to tank body (1) and position lifting device in center of utility chains. Raise
lifting device and remove slack in utility chains.
4.
Attach guide lines on lashing hooks (3).
WARNING
• All personnel must stand clear during lifting operations.
A swinging or shifting load may cause injury to personnel.
• Ensure lifting and support capacity are greater than weight of
tank body. Failure to do so may result in injury to personnel
or damage to equipment.
NOTE
Assistant will help guide tank body during lifting operations.
5.
Remove tank body (1) and place on wooden supports.
6.
Remove lifting device, chains, and guide lines from tank body (1).
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
WARNING
When using steam cleaning equipment, do not come in direct
contact of spray. Burns or severe injury to personnel may result.
CAUTION
When steam cleaning tank body, do not apply steam on
rustproofing unless area needs repair.
NOTE
• Refer to TB 43-0212 for internal cleaning of fuel tank.
• Perform steps 1 through 3 for internal cleaning of water tank.
1.
Place steam nozzle in manhole and direct spray within compartment(s) from top to bottom.
2.
Wash all sludge and scale down to bottom of each compartment and remove. Rinse inside of each
compartment thoroughly with fresh water.
3.
Inspect tank body (1) for damage or rust. Replace tank body (1) if damage or rust is on tank
body (1) is excessive and beyond available repair procedures.
4.
Inspect frame sills (WP 0297 00).
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