TM 10-4610-310-14
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS
LIGHTWEIGHT WATER PURIFIER
PRODUCT WATER DISTRIBUTION
GENERAL
This work package contains information and instructions for distributing potable water from the 1000-gallon
collapsible fabric product tank in the Lightweight Water Purifier (LWP). The product distribution pump can
distribute water at a rate of 10 Gallons Per Minute (GPM) at 40 psi from a single nozzle.
DISTRIBUTION
1. Make sure the product tank is filled sufficiently to supply the distribution pump.
2. Make sure the product tank outlet valve V47 is open. See Figure 1.
COUPLER
PRODUCT TANK T3
BALL
VALVE V47
DISTRIBUTION
OUTLET SPOOL
PUMP P8
PIECE
PRODUCT WATER
HOSE
Figure 1. Product Tank Distribution Setup.
3. Make sure the distribution service pump P8 is primed.
4. Place the DISTRIBUTION PUMP switch on the control module in the ON position. See Figure 2.
5. Flush out the line for 30 seconds during initial use of the product distribution pump and nozzle.
6. Squeeze the handle on product distribution nozzle. See Figure 3.
CAUTION
Failure to shut off the product distribution service pump will result in a "deadheaded" pump.
This may cause damage to the distribution service pump.
7. After the water flow is verified, place nozzle on service pump skid.
8. Place the DISTRIBUTION PUMP switch on the control module in the OFF position. See Figure 2.
9. The product distribution system is now ready for use as needed.
10. Turn the service pump on and squeeze the nozzle handle to distribute.
