TM 3-4230-209-10
CHAPTER 3
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Section I. LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS
3-1. GENERAL The lubrication order, LO 3-4230-209-10, is for the M12A1
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decontaminating apparatus. It is stored in the canvas pouch on the pump unit cover
panel. The lubrication order, LO 9-2805259-12, is for the 20 HP military standard
engine. It is stored in the tool carrier of the pump unit. Both lubrication orders must be
with the M12A1 decontaminating apparatus at all times. If not, request copies
immediately. If any discrepancies arise, only the LOs are authorized.
3-2. LUBRICATION INSTRUCTION. Lubricate according to LO 3-4230-209-10 and
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LO 9-2805-259-12.
3-3. GENERAL CLEANING INSTRUCTIONSThe pump unit, tank unit, and water
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heater should be cleaned once a week to maintain their appearance and to enable each
item to function properly. Use hot, soapy water and a brush to remove hardened slurry or
dirt from the exterior surfaces, gun and nozzle assemblies, hoses, the personnel shower
assembly, and the tank unit.
WARNING
Fire and explosion danger exist when dry cleaning solvent (SD) is used.
Make sure that equipment is dry before operations begin.
CAUTION
Do not wash the interior of the pump unit or the water heater with dry
cleaning solvent. Do not wash the control panels with water. Rinse all
parts washed with soap and water with clean water. Dry all parts
thoroughly.
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a. Control Panels Wipe all switches and gages with a wiping rag (item 22,
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dampened with dry cleaning solvent (item 10, app D).
b. Unpainted Metal Parts and Interior of Pump Unit and Water Heat. rClean
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with a wiping rag (item 22, app D) dampened with dry cleaning solvent
(item 10, app D) and dry thoroughly.
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