TM 10-5430-243-12&P
0010 00
Change 1
0010 00-4
Table 1. Operator Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services For
20,000 and 50,000 Gallon Collapsible Water Storage Tanks.
NOTE
Within designated intervals, these checks are to be performed in the order listed.
ITEM
NO.
INTERVAL
MAN-
HOUR
ITEM TO BE
CHECKED
OR SERVICED
PROCEDURE
EQUIPMENT
NOT READY/
AVAILABLE IF:
1
Before
Installation Area
Inspect the installation area
for sticks and other sharp
objects that might cause
punctures and leaks.
Sharp objects are
present.
2
Before
Filler/Discharge
Assembly (1)
Inspect for proper
connection and loose or
missing gaskets. Check
fittings for damage or
distortion.
Couplings are
damaged, leaking
or loose. Hose
attachments are
straining fabric.
3
Before
Tank (2)
Inspect for cuts and
punctures. If punctured or
torn, perform emergency
repairs (see WP 0006 00).
Inspect for loose or missing
bolts where fittings connect
to tank.
Tank is cut, or
has tears or
punctures that
cannot be
repaired. Tank
has loose or
missing bolts.
4
Before
Vent Fitting
Assembly (3)
Check vent cap gasket, flat
rubber gasket, and cam-
lever arms for damage,
evidence of leakage, or
missing parts. Check vent
cap for cleanliness and
freedom of movement.
Check for damaged or
missing gaskets.
Vent cap is
damaged or
missing. Vent cap
gasket, flat rubber
gasket, or cam-
lever arms are
damaged or
missing. Vent
cap is damaged.
5
Before
Filler/Discharge
Assembly, Hose
Attachments and
Couplings (4)
Inspect for leakage, proper
connection, and loose or
missing gaskets. Check for
cuts and tears. Check for
missing dust caps and
drain plugs.
Couplings are
damaged or
loose. Dust caps
or plugs missing.
Hose attachments
straining fabric.
6
Before
Drain Fitting
Assembly (5)
Inspect for missing gaskets,
chain assembly, or drain
plug, damaged coupling
arms.
Gaskets or drain
plug missing.
Coupling arms
damaged.
7
Before
Drain Ball Valve
Assembly (6)
Inspect for missing valve
handle, couplings, dust
cap, drain plug, gaskets,
and for proper function.
Handle missing;
valve does not
shut off.
