TM 10-4610-243-13
Section III.
OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
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ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION FOR USE.
a.
Site Selection.
NOTE
This manual covers installation of all connection kits, but you may not need all these components to
perform your mission.
You may adjust the number of components used and their position in the
system to meet your operating requirements.
(1) Select a level, debris free installation area.
Site requirements must consider location of water source and
distribution points. Site must be large enough to contain all system components (minimum 260 x 275 feet).
(2) Position twelve tricons and eight water tank storage chests near installation site.
b.
Unpacking.
(1) Open twelve tricon containers. Refer toTM55-8145-200-13&P.
(2) Unpack contents of each container. To aid assembly, separate components into groups of similar parts
during removal. For example, group all the 4-inch discharge hoses together, then all the 4-inch gate valves,
2-inch discharge hoses and so on until all components are unpacked.
(3) Unpack Hypochlorination unit. Refer to the applicable TM.
(4) Unpack 125 GPM pumps. Refer to the applicable TM.
(5) Unpack 350 GPM pumps. Refer to the applicable TM.
c.
Quick Disconnect Couplings. Refer to figure 2-7.
All components of the 800K Water Storage and Distribution System are equipped with quick disconnect
couplings to permit rapid assembly and disassembly of components. The following instructions apply to all
operator installation and removal tasks.
WARNING
To prevent injury to personnel and damage to the equipment, use care when connecting coupling to avoid
getting dirt, sand and debris on coupling mating surfaces or in hoses. To prevent leaks and ensure tight
connections, make sure gaskets are installed in all female quick disconnect couplings.
CONNECTION
(1)
Lift locking arms (1) up and out from female coupling (2).
(2) Remove plug (3) from female coupling (2).
(3) Lift locking arms (4) up and out from cap (5).
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