CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Section I.
GENERAL
1. Scope
a. These instructions are published for the use of the personnel to whom the Macleod Company Model W15A Water
Distributor is issued. Chapters 1 through 5 provide information on the operation, preventive maintenance services,
and organizational maintenance of the equipment, accessories, components, and attachments. Chapter 4
provides information for direct and general support and depot maintenance. Also included are descriptions of main
units and their functions in relationship to other components.
b. Appendix I contains a list of publications applicable to this manual. Appendix II contains the maintenance allocation
chart. Appendix III contains the list of basic issue items authorized the operator of this equipment and the list of
maintenance and operating supplies required for initial operation.
c. The direct reporting by the individual user, of errors, omissions, and recommendations for improving this manual is
authorized and encouraged. DA Form 2028 (Recommended Changes to DA Publications) will be used for
reporting these improvements. This form will be completed in triplicate using pencil, pen, or typewriter. The
original and one copy will be forwarded direct to Commanding General, U. S. Army Mobility Equipment Center,
ATTN: SMOME-MMP, Post Office Drawer 58, St. Louis, MO 63166. One information copy will be provided to
the individual's immediate supervisor (e.g., officer, noncommissioned officer, supervisor, etc.).
1 Water tank
2 Wisconsin engine
Figure 1.
Water Distributor.
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