TM 5-3825-229-14&P
NOTE
To make starting the engine easier, the throttle should be set for a speed of 2000 rpm before shutting down
operation.
2-14. STOPPING THE ENGINE
Allow engine to cool down for 2 minutes before shutting down engine. To shut down the engine, flip POWER switch at
either control panel. The red POWER indicator lamp should go out and the engine should stop.
NOTE
To make starting the engine easier, the throttle should be set for a speed of 2000 rpm before shutting down
operation.
2-15. PUMPING OPERATIONS
The Valve Operation Plate located on the left rear fender provides information on valve positions for the following
operations. Paragraphs 2-16 through 2-23 provide more detailed information on each of these operations.
2-16. FILLING TANK FROM OUTSIDE SOURCE USING PUMP
Read this section of the manual completely before proceeding with the actual filling of the tank. The normal
method for filling the tank is to use the water distributor pump and suction hose assembly supplied with the
semitrailer. The tank can also be filled through the manhole on top of the tank. If the tank is to be filled through
the manhole, a source of water that can feed into the tank, either by gravity or under pressure, must be
available, along with the means to direct the water into the tank. After the water tank is full, secure the access
hatch before moving the semitrailer.
WARNING
When moving the semitrailer into position near a water source be sure that the ground is stable enough to support
the weight of the fully loaded tractor-trailer, and that the surrounding terrain is passable. When stopped, chock the
wheels of both the truck-tractor and the semitrailer. Personnel working at the water loading site must avoid placing
themselves in a position where equipment malfunction, or sudden equipment movement, would injure them.
Failure to follow these warnings could result in severe personal injury, death and/or equipment damage.
WARNING
The pump engine must NOT be running when the following steps are performed, or serious personal injury, death
and/or equipment damage may occur.
WARNING
All personnel must wear hearing protection when the engine is operating, or permanent hearing loss may occur.
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