Section IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
d. Wipe down inlet and outlet manifolds and hoses
daily with clean, fresh water.
e. Protect equipment by covering it when not in use.
Provide proper lubrication for engine (TM 5-2805
206-44), using lubricant specified in the lubrication order
(LO 5-2805-206-14). If the filter unit is being operated
20.
Operation Under Sandy or Dusty Conditions
outside, shield the canister, blower and engine from wind
and snow with a paulin shelter. If possible, operate the
a. Cover inlet with cheesecloth or any other cloth or
filter unit inside the CBR protective shelter (TM 3-350)
paper filter that will reduce the amount of dust, sand, or
during extreme cold.
dirt entering the particulate filter. If the air inlet or
canister is partially clogged, air output will be reduced. If
the filters become clogged completely, they must be
18. Operation in Extreme Heat
replaced (para. 75).
Provide proper lubrication for engine (LO 5-2805-
b. Protect equipment from the wind with a tarpaulin
206-14). Insure that the filter unit is not placed in a
or by placing unit on sheltered side of building.
confined space, and that sufficient air can reach the
engine for proper cooling.
c. Service and lubricate the oil bath air cleaner as
prescribed in engine lubrication order LO 5-2805-206-14.
19. Operation Near Salt Water
This lubrication order is the approved lubrication order
for the engine which is part of the ABC-M6A1 filter unit.
Protection against corrosion is the principal
consideration when operating in salt water areas. The
d. A local dust problem may be solved by wetting
gasoline engine is particularly vulnerable to corrosion.
down surrounding area with water.
a. Keep gasoline can adapter tightly capped on
21.
Operation in Rain or Under Humid
gasoline can to prevent seepage of moisture and salt
into the system.
Conditions
b. Keep equipment properly lubricated (LO 5-2805-
Make certain that water does not enter air inlet hose
206-14). Clean and dry all moisture from surfaces to be
to canister. See that air inlet cover is in place. Protect
lubricated.
the equipment as well as the air inlet hose with a paulin
c. Wipe down equipment daily to remove moisture
shelter.
and salt deposit.
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