0009 00
TM 5-5430-248-13&P
WARNING
The empty drum weighs 175 lbs and the crated drum
weighs 369 lbs. If using a forklift, insure that it can
lift 369 lbs. Failure to comply may result in injury or
death to personnel.
WARNING
If you are using personnel to lift the drum out of the
crate, use a five person lift. Failure to comply may
result in injury to personnel.
7. Remove 500 gallon water drum from crate by hoist/forklift or a five person lift and place on a
clean surface.
END OF TASK
CHECKING UNPACKED EQUIPMENT
Inspect the equipment for damage incurred during shipment.
If the equipment has been damaged, report the damage on SF 361, Transportation Discrepancy Report.
Check the equipment against the packing slip to see if the shipment is complete. Report all discrepancies
in accordance with applicable service instructions (e.g., for Army instructions, see DA PAM 738-750).
Check to see whether the equipment has been modified.
CAUTION
Do not nail lid on the crate. Misguided nail may puncture drum.
Note
Save the shipping crate, the lid, and all packing material. The crate and the lid can be reused to store
and transport 500 gallon water.
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