TM 5-6115-590-12
Figure 2-16(1). Operation to Deliver Heated Air (Sheet 1 of 3). (TS 6115-590-12/2-1611)
Section II. Operation of Auxiliary Equipment
2-13. General
The power plant is equipped with a 2 3/4 pound dry
charge fire extinguisher, bracket mounted on the
remote power connection panel (fig. 2-9). The
extinguisher, charged with purple K dry chemical, is
suitable for all type fires. A squeeze of the trigger
breaks the seal disc in the top of the pressurized
dry chemical shell and starts the discharge. When
trigger is released, discharge stops, permitting
intermittent discharge. Once seal disc is broken,
valve will hold pressure in shell only for a few
hours. After using, replace with a new shell
immediately.
2-14. Use of Fire Extinguisher
a. To use the fire extinguisher, point the nozzle at
the base of the flame and squeeze trigger. Apply
chemical until all signs of fire have been
extinguished.
b. Recharging. Recharge immediately after using.
Squeeze trigger to vent pressure. Unscrew and
discard used shell. Remove dry chemical
remaining in head. Insert new indicator tab into
trigger. Screw new shell firmly into head. Insert
new indicator tab into control head.
c. Maintenance. Semiannually, unscrew shell from
head. Be sure trigger works freely and nozzle is
clean. Follow maintenance instructions on shell.
Insert new indicator into trigger. Screw shell firmly
into head. Insert new indicator into control head.
Section III. Operation Under Unusual Conditions
2-15. Operation in Extreme Cold
a. The power plant will operate satisfactorily at
ambient temperatures as low as -25°F. However,
special precautions should be observed for the
water system and the batteries. Operating fuel
should be used that is compatible to low
temperatures [para. 1-7b (2) (a)] and precautions
should be taken to prevent accumulation of
moisture in the fuel supply.
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