TM 10-4330-236-13&P
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ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION FOR USE - continued.
WARNINGS
· Do not operate the unit until it has been properly grounded. Flowing fuel can generate static
charges within the filter-separator. A static discharge could ignite the fuel or cause an explosion of
fuel vapor.
· Do not touch could metal with bare hands when operating under arctic conditions. Frostbite can
cause permanent injury.
d. Grounding Installation
. (Refer to Figure 2-10).
Before the 200 GPM filter-separator can be placed in operation, it must be properly grounded. A ground rod with a build
in slide hammer and grounding cable are stowed on the frame skid for grounding the filter-separator. A ground stud,
located below the tiedown straps on the frame, is provided for connecting the grounding cable. Observe the following
procedure when grounding the unit:
WARNINGS
· Exercise care to prevent injury when driving the ground rod into the ground. Wear gloves. Do
not hold ground rod above the stop collar.
· Do not operate the unit until it has been properly grounded. Flowing fuel can generate static
charges within the filter-separator. A static discharge could ignite the fuel or cause an explosion of
fuel vapor.
(1)
Loosen the threaded bar (1) and remove ground rod (2) from frame skid (3).
(2)
Drive ground rod (2) into the ground three feet by sliding the ha
mmer (4) up and down on rod.
NOTES
· In the event ground cannot be sufficiently penetrated, bury the ground rod in a horizontal trench
not less than four feet and at least eight inches beneath the surface.
· If driving becomes too difficult, try soaking the earth with water. Continue alternately soaking,
then driving the rod.
(3)
Attach connectors (5) of ground cable (6) tightly to the ground rod (2) and grounding stud (7).
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