TM-9-2320-429-10

TRUCK, TANK, 8X8, M978

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

JUNE 2009

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DRAIN EXISTING FUEL (FUEL SERVICE NOZZLES INSTALLED ON SERVICING

HOSES) - Continued

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Do not press accelerator during tanker primary fuel pump operation.

Engine speeds higher than 1500 rpm may cause damage to hydraulic

motor and primary pump.

NOTE

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Refer to FM 10-67-1 for general operating instructions for tank

vehicles.

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If equipment malfunctions, check that all steps of procedure have

been performed in proper order. If equipment still malfunctions, do

troubleshooting.

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Tanker must be holding at least 300 gal (1136 liters) of fuel in order

to perform fuel hose evacuation.

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There are two different models of tanker module covered. Older

models use dust caps to cover the ends of both servicing hoses when

not in use. Those procedures are called out in drain existing fuel (dust

caps installed on servicing hose) . Newer models of tanker modules

have a rubber tie down strap to secure fuel service nozzle (which is

not normally removed between uses) in stowage position. The

procedures for these models are listed below.

1.

Disengage hose reel tension knob (1).

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