TM 3-4230-209-10
PRIME DETERGENT TANK AND LID (3). The 10-gallon prime-detergent tank is used to
prime the pump, to store detergent for cleaning or to store foam for firefighting. The lid
prevents foreign objects from entering prime detergent tank.
FUEL TANK AND FUEL TANK CAP (4). The 20-gallon fuel tank stores gasoline for the
engine. The fuel tank cap has an internal selector valve. When open, the valve vents the
fuel tank. The cap prevents dirt and moisture from entering the fuel tank.
CONTROL PANEL (5). Contains all the gages and valves for operating the gasoline
engine and for controlling pump delivery.
GASOLINE ENGINE (6). The 20 hp engine supplies power through two pulleys and four
drive belts to drive the pump and through two pulleys and one drive belt to drive the
alternator/generator.
FRAME ASSEMBLY (7). A welded steel frame that supports components of the pump
unit.
EXHAUST PIPE EXTENSION (8). Two exhaust pipe extensions (stored on the tank unit
assembly) attach to the exhaust ports on either side of the engine and pipe exhaust
fumes away from the engine.
PUMP (9). Pumps fluids from water source to tank unit and then, if needed, to water
heater. Also mixes detergent or foam from the prime detergent tank with water.
24-VOLT BATTERY (10). Provides electrical energy to start the engine.
SKID ASSEMBLY (11). Provides a base for the pump unit assembly, provides a means to
forklift the entire unit.
GUN ASSEMBLIES (12). Consist of either a water, slurry, or foam nozzle on an exten-
sion pipe with a ball valve. Controls water flow.
DISCHARGE HOSES (13). Stored on the two hose reels. The hoses discharge fluid for
decontamination, firefighting, or for showers.
HEATER RECEPTACLE AND SWITCH (14). The water heater's main electrical power
cable connects to the socket receptacle on the pump unit control panel.
ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR (15). Supplies power to the water heater through the
pump unit control panel. Does not recharge the 24-volt battery while the equipment is
operating.
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