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(b)
Avoid spraying a high pump speed. A lower pressure at the spraybar nozzles reduces atomization
and splashing.
c.
Shutdown.
CAUTION
Freezing water in the bituminous system or fuel lines can damage the pump,
hoses, or fuel lines. Water must be removed if the vehicle is to be stored and the
temperature is expected to drop below 32 degrees F (O degree C).
(1)
If water was pumped through the bituminous system, flush out the system with fuel oil (item 28, Appendix
E).
CAUTION
During periods of extreme cold, damage to tires will occur if allowed to freeze to
the ground. If a sheltered area is not available, the vehicle should be parked in a
high, dry area. If such as area is not available, raise the vehicle off the ground and
park it on wooden planks to avoid the tires freezing to the ground.
(2)
Park the vehicle in a sheltered area out of the wind.
(3)
Have water drained from the fuel/water separator (para 3-6).
2-33. FORDING.
It is not recommended that the distributor ford water unless it is an emergency situation. The following fording instructions
are provided:
CAUTION
Water depth greater than 18 in. (45.7 cm) can cause serious damage to the vehicle.
Do not exceed this depth.
a.
Make sure the fording depth will not exceed 18 in. (45.7 cm).
b.
Shut off vehicle engine. The operator should ride in the tow vehicle during the actual fording.
c.
After fording, start the engine and make sure vehicle systems are operating.
d.
As soon as possible, perform the following:
(1)
Have unit maintenance inspect the axle, engine, and fuel systems for water contamination.
(2)
Perform lubrication procedures on all components beneath water level.
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