TM 5-3895-370-14&P
2-16. CONNECTING AND DISCONNECTING BITUMINOUS HOSES (CONT).
WARNING
Always use an assistant when handling bituminous hoses or serious injury to
personnel may result.
(1)
With the aid of an assistant, remove
bituminous hose(s) (1) from hose storage
racks (2).
(2)
Remove dust cover (3) from nipple (4) on
inlet and/or outlet port (5).
(3)
Inspect nipple (4) for tar or bituminous
material.
WARNING
·
Drycleaning solvent (P-D-680) is TOXIC and flammable. Wear protective
goggles and gloves; use only in a well-ventilated area; avoid contact with skin,
eyes, and clothes and do not breathe vapors. Keep away from heat or flame.
Never smoke when using solvent; the flash point for type I drycleaning solvent
is 100°F (38°C) and for type II is 140°F (60°C). Failure to do so may result in
injury or death to personnel. P-D-680 type III is a substitute for types I and II in
this application. The flash point for type III is 200°F (93°C).
·
Adhesives, solvents, and sealing compounds can burn easily, can give off
harmful vapors, and are harmful to skin and clothing. To avoid injury or death,
keep away from open fire and use in well-ventilated area. If adhesive, solvent,
or sealing compound gets on skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and
water.
·
If personnel become dizzy while using cleaning solvent, immediately get fresh
air and medical help. If solvent contacts skin or clothes, flush with cold water.
If solvent contacts eyes, immediately flush eyes with water and get immediate
medical attention.
(4)
If nipple (4) has tar or bituminous material on it, clean with drycleaning solvent.
(5)
Remove dust cover (6) from hose end (7).
WARNING
Before connecting hose, ensure that inside of hose is not blocked by tar or debris.
Damage to equipment or injury to personnel may result.
(6)
Place hose end (7) over nipple (4).
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