CREW AFES DEACTlVATION/REACTIVATION FOR SAFE MAINTENANCE
Test Equipment/Special Tools:
Wrench, open-end, 1-1/8 in. (item 71, Appx B)
Personnel Required:
Two
References:
TM 9-2350-267-10
VEHICLES 1 THRU 344
General Safety Instructions
Any AFES in need of maintenance or repair is more prone to
accidental discharge. Accidental discharge could lead to frostbite or
other injury. Small parts or tools become dangerous projectiles
when propelled by Halon discharging at 750 psi.
Do not strike cylinder bottles with tools. Do not drop cylinder
bottles. Be careful when handling cylinder bottles to prevent
accidental discharge,
DEACTIVATION
WARNING
AFES is designed to provide 2 to 4 hours of fire
protection AFTER vehicle shutdown. Turning
MASTER switch OFF does NOT deactivate
AFES. Working on AFES when active may
cause serious injury to personnel.
A Turn Maintenance switch (1) on crew T/A panel (2 or 3) to
vertical position. Make sure all lights, including POWER
ON light (4), go off.
B
Move projectile racks to rear of vehicle (TM 9-2350-267-10)
14-14.7
Change 3
TM 9-2350-267-20
