Section VI. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE OR SHIPMENT

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Section VI. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE OR SHIPMENT

4-49 SCOPE.

This section provides guidance and instructions for administrative storage of the M157 Smoke Generator

Set (SGS) equipment.

4-50 PREPARATION FOR STORAGE.

a. Store M157 SGS components with vehicle on which it is mounted. Refer to vehicle technical manuals

(TM's) for proper preparation and serviceability of the host vehicle.

b. Perform next scheduled preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) (P. 2-5). Correct all

shortcomings and deficiencies. Check that all modification work orders (MWO's) have been applied.

c. Ensure moisture is flushed from each M54 Smoke Generator fuel pump and both fog oil pumps by

running light 10W grade lubricating oil through them (P. 4-4.1).

d. Drain fog oil from the 80 or 120 gallon fog oil tank on the vehicle.

e. If 5-gallon fuel cans are to be locked in a secure area to prevent theft, disconnect the three fuel can lid

assembly hoses (supply, return, vent) from the fuel can lid assembly flare fitting elbows and leave the fuel

can lid assembly attached to the 5-gallon fuel can. Remove the fuel from cans if required. Tape over hose

ends to keep out dirt and water.

f. Store fuel cans in area approved by local fire regulations.

g. Remove fire extinguishers and store in a secure area to prevent theft.

4-51 STORAGE.

a. Perform monthly walk-around visual inspection of the M157 Smoke Generator Set. Inspect for

corrosion or other deterioration and missing or damaged parts.

b. Record and report maintenance actions in accordance with DA PAM 738-750.

4-52 REMOVAL FROM STORAGE.

a. Install fire extinguishers and 5-gallon fuel cans with attached fuel can lid assemblies into mounting

brackets. Reconnect all hoses (supply, return, vent) to the fuel can lid assemblies. Fill fuel cans, if required.

b. Perform any vehicle maintenance, deprocessing, etc., as required by the vehicle technical manuals

c. Perform BEFORE preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) (P. 2-5).

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