TM 10-4320-346-12&P
SECTION III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
2-7. ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION FOR USE. Figure 2-1 shows a typical layout of the FAWPSS. It should be
used only as a guide since terrain features of the site and the specific application will dictate the final configuration. Plan
the most efficient layout for the selected site, making the best use of natural cover and level terrain. It is estimated that a
fully assembled FAWPSS will need an open area of about 30 feet by 120 feet.
NOTE
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Make sure all dust caps and plugs remain in place on components,
hoses, and fittings until they are connected into the system.
•
For all components having cam lock type caps and plugs, attach
protective plugs from one component into the protective caps of the
other mating component to protect loose caps, plugs, and gaskets when
components are in use.
a.
Position major components of the FAWPSS first.
(1)
Position the two 500 gallon collapsible storage drums (1). If the collapsible drums must be repositioned,
attach the towing and lifting yoke to the drum and move drum to desired position. To attach the towing and lifting yoke to
the collapsible drum assembly, perform the following steps.
(a)
Remove coupler valve assembly from drum.
(b)
Unfold the towing and lifting yoke and connect the two braces.
(c)
Install two screws and two lock nuts to secure the braces together.
(d)
Place ends of towing yoke arms into position onto towing pins of collapsible drum assembly.
(e)
Insert clevis pins through the towing yoke arms and through towing pins on each side of collapsible
drum assembly.
CAUTION
Sharp objects or rough terrain can seriously damage the collapsible
drum. Do not tow collapsible drum over sharp objects or rough terrain.
Do not tow collapsible drum at speeds greater that 10 mph (16 km/hr).
(f)
Tow collapsible drum into position required for intended FAWPSS installation and in accordance
with collapsible drum technical manual.
(g)
Remove clevis pins from towing yoke arms and from towing pins of collapsible drum assembly.
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