TM 55-2840-251-23
Section IX PREPARATION FOR STORAGE AND SHIPMENT (Continued)
1-90 INSTALLATION IN CONTAINER
(Cont)
14. Remove nuts (7), washers (8) and cover (9).
WARNING
COMPRESSOR AIR
Compressed air is dangerous when
directed toward yourself or another
person. The airstream or material
blown by the airstream can cause
injury, particularly to the eyes or face.
Use goggles to protect eyes and face.
DO NOT exceed 30 psig.
DO NOT direct airstream towards
yourself or another person.
15. Connect compressed clean dry air to air charging
valve (18) and pressurize container according to
ambient temperature.
AMBIENT
REQUIRED PSI
TEMPERATURE
GAGE PRESSURE
-20
F
(-28.9
C)
2.000
-10
F
(-23.3
C)
2.375
0
F
(-17.8
C)
2.750
20
F
(- 6.7
C)
3.500
40
F
( 4.4
C)
4.250
60
F
( 15.6
C)
5.000
80
F
( 26.7
C)
5.750
100
F
( 37.8
C)
6.500
16. Check container for leaks.
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