TM 5-5430-211-13 & P
G
GATE VALVE
System to prevent the flow of liquid by screwing a plate or gate into a
matched seating. Both the drain valve and the 4" valve use gates to stop
water flow.
GUY ROPE
Rope used as a stay. A partially filled tank in an exposed position should
be held down by guy ropes if high winds are possible.
I
INITIAL
The first or starting condition.
K
KILOGRAM
Units of weight of the metric system. 1 kilogram is equivalent to 2.20 lbs.
L
LOCKWASHER
Washer used to hold a nut or bolt so that it will not turn.
M
MALFUNCTION
Occurs when a unit fails to operate normally.
MANEUVER
Move skillfully by small movements into a final position. The tank must be
maneuvered into position by hand. Mechanical pulling devices must not be
used.
N
NMTRILE
A synthetic rubber material used to line the tank.
NUMERIC
In ascending numerical order.
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