TM 10-4610-310-14
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS
LIGHTWEIGHT WATER PURIFIER
LWP SETUP AND STARTUP PROCEDURES
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
General Safety Considerations
Wrench, adjustable
Observe all CAUTIONs and WARNINGs
Cloth, cotton, A-A-531
GENERAL
This work package contains information and instructions for the setup of the electrical and hose connections;
booster, backwash, and distribution service pumps placement; product collapsible fabric water tank, and startup
of the purification and distribution system of the Lightweight Water Purifier (LWP). Make sure the 3kW Tactical
Quiet Generator (TQG) set and raw water intake procedures have been completed and raw water is flowing into
the settling tank. See WP 0008 00.
PURIFICATION AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM SETUP
WARNING
Do not step on the hoses and cables. Care must be taken when working around the LWP to avoid tripping over
the hoses and cables which may cause death or injury to personnel.
WARNING
Electrical connections are to be made after the hose connections are established and the settling tank is at least
half full, and the circuit breaker CB-1 is turned to OFF. Death or injury may occur to personnel.
CAUTION
Ensure that the Preventative Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) are performed before LWP is in
operation. Damage to equipment may result.
1. Figure 1 shows the general piping layout for the LWP.
2. Place the booster pump close to the settling tank outlet spool piece. See Figure 1.
Figure 1. Normal Operation Piping Layout.
