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7-18. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE OR SHIPMENT.

Preparation for Storage.

(1)

Refer to AR 750-1 for administrative storage procedures. If short-term storage is indicated, go to

Step (2).

Drycleaning Solvent (P-D-680) is TOXIC and flammable. Wear protective goggles, face

shield, and gloves; use only in a well-ventilated area; avoid contact with skin, eyes, and

clothes, and do not breathe vapors. Keep away from heat or flame. Never smoke when

using solvent; the flashpoint for Type II Drycleaning Solvent is 140 degrees F (60 degrees C)

and Type III Drycleaning Solvent is 200 degrees F (93 degrees C). Failure to do so may

result in injury or death to personnel.

If personnel become dizzy while using cleaning solvent, immediately get fresh air and

medical help. If solvent contacts skin or clothes, flush with cold water. If solvent contacts

eyes, immediately flush eyes with water and get immediate medical attention.

(2)

Use drycleaning solvent (Item 14, Appendix E) to clean or wash grease or oil from all metal parts. All

surfaces must be clean to ensure removal of corrosion, soil, grease or residues.

(3)

After cleaning, use cold water to rinse flatrack. Dry all parts thoroughly with a lint-free cloth (Item 4,

Appendix E).

(4)

Perform the Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services in Tables 7-1 and 9-1.

(5)

Refer to Appendix K and perform all lubrication procedures.

(6)

Schedule the next preventive maintenance checks and services on DD Form 314, Preventive Maintenance

Schedule and Record.

(7)

Report all deficiencies on DA Form 2407 if the deficiencies appear to involve unsatisfactory design.

(8)

Spot paint all surfaces as necessary (TB 43-0209).

Preparation for Shipment.

(1)

Complete storage instructions.

(3)

Refer to AR 725-50 and prepare all shipping documents to accompany flatrack.

(4)

Refer to TB 9-2300-281-35, Standards for Overseas Shipment or Domestic Issue of Special Purpose

Vehicles, if flatrack is to be shipped overseas.

(5)

Refer to MIL-HDBK-138, Container Inspection Handbook for Commercial and Military Intermodal

Containers.

7-19. DECALS AND INSTRUCTION PLATES.

Stencils. The words EMPTY LIFT ONLY and LADEN LIFT F POCKET are stenciled at four places on

flatrack, two on each side.

Decals and Instruction Plates. Refer to Figure 7-2 for location and description of decals and

instruction plates.

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