TM 5-3895-370-14&P
2-19. TRANSFERRING MATERIAL FROM SUPPLY TO STORAGE (CONT).
(4)
Open supply outlet port (3).
(5)
Open storage inlet port (6).
WARNING
If storage tank is empty, transfer the first several hundred gallons of material at 25
50 GPM until tank warms to the temperature of the material or expansion may occur
and cause damage to the system or injury to personnel.
(6)
Start engine (para 2-14).
(7)
Move pump transmission control lever (13) forward (FWD) and run system at 25 - 50 GPM for 5 minutes.
(8)
When storage tank has warmed to the temperature of the material, increase engine RPM to 2100 at a pump
rate of 250 GPM.
(9)
After transferring the desired amount of material, return engine RPM to 1200 and pump rate to 0 GPM.
(10)
Close supply outlet port (3).
NOTE
Refer to para 2-16 for the proper and safe procedure to disconnect bituminous
hoses.
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11)
Break seal on, but do not remove, hose (1) at supply outlet port (3) to allow air into system.
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