TM 5-5430-212-13P
3-7.
Filler/Discharge Assembly
a.
Adaptor - 4" (9) (Fig. C-2 or C-2A)
(1)
Remove the adaptor (9) from the gate valve (5).
(2)
Clean the adaptor using a mild soap and water solution with a stiff bristle brush, remove any
foreign matter.
(3)
Clean all sealing surfaces and threads.
(4)
Inspect for cracks, dents, breaks or wear. Replace if unserviceable.
b.
Pressure Gage (7)
(1)
Remove the pressure gage (7) from the gate valve (5) flow tube.
(2)
Check the gage by blowing on the connecting nipple. Average lung pressure will show 2-2i PSI
reading on the gage.
(3)
Inspect for bent indicator or broken face plate. Replace if necessary.
c.
Gate Valve - 4" (5) (Fig. C-2 or C-2A)
(1)
Remove the gate valve from the tank by removing the four bolts (12 Fig. C-1) from the top and
bottom pipe clamps (1 and 2, Fig. C-2 or C-2A).
(2)
Remove the adjacent top and bottom clamps (6 and 7, Fig. C-1 or C-1A) if necessary.
(3)
Remove the valve from the tank.
(4)
Remove the inside flange (3, Fig. C-2 or C-2A) from the gate valve tube.
(5)
Remove the two rubber adaptors (4).
(6)
Clean all parts using a mild soap and water solution with a stiff bristle brush. Remove any foreign
matter from the parts.
(7)
Inspect all parts for cracks, dents, breaks or wear. Replace if unserviceable.
(8)
Reassemble in reverse order of disassembly.
NOTE:
Moisten inside of rubber adapter (4, Fig. C-2 or C-2A) for ease of assembly.
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