TM 9-2350-277-20-2
DRAIN TANKS (ALL EXCEPT M577A3 AND M1068A3)
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THIS WORK PACKAGE COVERS:
Servicing (page 0177 00-1).
INITIAL SETUP:
Maintenance Level
Unit
Tools and Special Tools
General Mechanic’s Tool Kit (WP 0926 00, Item 65)
Materials/Parts
30 Gallon (114 liter) container (2)
Personnel Required
Unit Mechanic
References
See your -10
Equipment Condition
Engine stopped (see your -10)
Carrier blocked (see your -10)
Battery ground strap disconnected (WP 0337 00) or
(WP 0339 00)
SERVICING
1.
Open fuel filler combat cover (1). Remove fuel filler cap (see your -10).
2.
Place a container (2), with at least 30 gallon (114 liters) capacity, directly beneath the fuel tank (3).
WARNING
Fuel flowing over a metal surface causes static electricity. This will cause a spark unless the
surface is grounded.
3.
Ground container (2) to carrier.
4.
Shut off both fuel tank (3) shutoff valves. Drain fuel.
5.
Install plug (4) in fuel tank (3) after the tank has been drained.
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