DRAFT
TM 5-4210-249-13&P-1
0023
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TFFT01225P
CAUTION
If discharge gauge reading does not increase or priming pump does not discharge
water on the ground in 60 seconds, do not continue running priming pump. Stop
water pump or damage to equipment may result.
NOTE
If water pump fails to prime, check hose connections, valve positions, strainers, and other
water intake equipment for leaks that may be allowing air to enter system.
5.
Observe readings on PUMP DISCHARGE (3) gauge. When water pump is primed, discharge pressure starts
to increase. The operator may also hear water discharging on ground, indicating water pump is primed.
NOTE
System is properly primed when pressure on pump discharge gauge remains steady.
6.
Put PUMP COOLER switch (4) to ON position, let run 10 seconds. Indicator light (5) will illuminate.
7.
Put PUMP COOLER switch (4) to OFF position. Indicator light (5) will go out.
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