Filling the Foam Tank -706880093

TM 5-4210-233-14&P-1

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(2) To drain the foam tank, open foam tank drain valve.

NOTE

Foam tank drain valve is located inside pump compartment. To

gain access to valve, open priming tank access door on curb

side of vehicle.

Collect the foam concentrate in clean

containers and retain it for subsequent use. Be sure the foam

tank drain valve is closed after draining.

c. Filling the Foam Tank.

(1) Open the foam tank cover and pour foam concentrate into the tank capacity is 30 gal. (114 1).

(2) Close the foam tank cover.

d. Filling the Water Tank.

(1)

Open the tankfill cover.

(2)

If the tank is filled through the top opening, any pressurized water supply can be used.

(3)

The water tank can be filled via a suction inlet using the pump system.

(4)

Monitor the water level gauge and stop when the gauge shows FULL. The truck ignition must be

ON for the indicator to work.

(5) Remove fill hose. Close the tank fill cover.

NOTE

The tank can also be filled via the suction manifold if the fire

pump is running and the TANK FILL AND RECIRCULATE valve

is open. If from draft, use the 6-inch suction ports. If from

pressure supply (e.g., hydrant) use the left side or right side

AUX. SUCTION ports.

e. Filling the Fire Pump Priming Tank. Check the level of fluid in the priming tank. Fill tank with engine

oil

if temperature is above 0 deg. F (-18 deg. C). Use 5W or SAE 5W-20 if temperature is below 0 deg. F

(-18 deg. C).

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