TM 5-3895-373-10
NOTE
If auger and fender extensions, bolt-
on screed extensions, or cutoff shoes
were used in paving operations,
ensure these are included in the
spray washdown when cleaning the
auger/conveyor
area
and
screed
areas.
Fuel is very flammable and can
explode easily.
To avoid serious injury or death:
Always wear safety glasses/goggles
at all times.
Never operate the spray washdown
system
with
the
screed
burners
operating.
Keep fuel away from open flame or
any spark (ignition source).
Keep at least a B-C fire extinguisher
within easy reach when working with
fuel or on a fuel system.
Post signs that read "NO SMOKING
WITHIN 50 FEET" when working with
open fuel lines or fuel tanks.
Always
wear
personal
protective
equipment such as a face shield,
protective clothing, and gloves.
(14)
Spray a light coat of fuel on conveyor shaft
and
sprocket
wheel
(25),
exposed
conveyor chain (19), auger shaft (26), and
auger flights (27). Ensure that both left and
right conveyor chains and auger shafts
and flights are sprayed with fuel.
(15)
Wash down main screed side plate (28),
strikeoff plate (29), inside of endgate (30),
feed
limit
switch
paddle
(31),
and
extension screed (32). Ensure that both
left and right sides of the screed are
washed down.
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