TM 5-3825-229-14&P
1-7. EQUIPMENT CAPABILITIES AND FEATURES (cont)
b. Features.
(1) The engine and electrically controlled spray nozzle valves are operated from either of two control panels.
One control panel is permanently mounted in a cabinet on right rear fender. The other panel is connected by a cable for
remote control from cab of tractor. The remote control panel is stored in the cabinet when not in use. Both control
panels are equipped to allow for starting and stopping engine, controlling engine speed (and thus water pressure and
flow), and turning on or off the two sprinkler nozzles.
(2) Diesel engine driven, self-priming pump with four-inch suction and discharge ports.
(3) Four-inch suction hose for filling tank from standing water sources such as ponds or streams.
(4) Fifty-foot (1-1/2" diameter) fire hose with adjustable nozzle that can be adjusted for no flow, straight stream,
or fog.
(5) The pump can discharge water from several different points:
(a)
Through one or both of a pair of spray nozzles located at rear of semitrailer.
(b)
Through a fifty-foot fire hose.
(c)
Through a three-inch line and valve to the tank (for filling tank).
1-8. LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS
a. Front View.
(1) Kingpin - Connects semitrailer to
fifth wheel of truck tractor.
(2) Air Hoses Connections - Service
and emergency hoses connect to towing vehicle to
provide air pressure for brake actuation and for
primary operation of the electrically controlled spray
nozzle valves.
(3) Electrical Connections - Connect
to towing vehicle. Provide electrical power for brake
and clearance lights.
(4) Front Marker Lights - Mark front
of semitrailer.
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