TM 5-3895-356-14&P
PORTABLE BURNER (continued)
Figure 86. Portable Burner Pump Assembly
TESTING THE PORTABLE
BURNER TANK
At six month intervals, pressure test the portable burner
d. Run water at 100 pounds pressure into the tank.
tank as follows:
Fill the tank.
a. Remove the pressure gage (3, fig. 85) and
e. Wipe outside of tank dry.
Check for leaks.
replace with an airtight plug.
Replace tank if it leaks.
b. Remove the pump assembly (4) and pour the
f. Release pressure, remove plugs and drain tank.
remaining fuel out. Replace the pump assembly with an
airtight plug.
g. Inspect tank for cracks and bulges.
c. Remove the hose(16) and replace it with a water
h. Reassemble.
hose that will withstand 100 pounds pressure.
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