CHAPTER 5 ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE

TM10-3930-628-12

CHAPTER 5

ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE

Section I. LIMITED STORAGE

c. Accessories.

5-1.

General

(1) Remove seat, cushion, backrest cushion,

a. Instructions in this chapter apply to the truck to

headlight, stop and taillight, and fire extinguisher from

make it available for immediate use upon receipt after

truck. Store all these accessories in a box, mark box

shipment. The storage instructions apply to trucks being

with the truck serial number, and fasten box securely to

taken out of service for a period not to exceed six

the truck.

months. Refer to TM 740-90-1 for instructions covering

(2) Secure side panels, battery compartment

administrative storage.

cover, and seat support and seal joints with tape.

b. Instructions pertaining to overseas shipment are

contained in MIL-STD-162A.

5-4.

Storage Instruction

5-2.

Preparation for Shipment or Storage

a. General.

a. Inspection. Perform preventive maintenance

(1) Provide access to the truck during storage.

services listed in paragraphs 3-5 and 4-14 and tables 3-1

Do not block the wheels but be sure tires are not resting

and 4-1.

on surfaces containing grease or oil.

b. Repair. Correct all deficiencies noted during the

(2) If the truck is to be stored outside, cover it

inspection if facilities are available. If repairs required

with a tarpaulin or other means to provide protection

are beyond the scope of organizational maintenance,

against the weather.

refer them to direct and general support maintenance

(3) During storage, inspect and operate the

personnel.

truck at the intervals and in the manner described below.

5-3.

Truck Preparation

b. 15 to 30 Days.

a. Electrical System.

(1) While in storage, inspect the truck and

(1) Disconnect battery receptacle and tape

operate it (for 15 to 20 minutes) one or more times each

openings to prevent accidental discharge. Use tape,

15 to 30 days.

adhesive (FSN 7510-269-8090).

(2) Check truck for leaks and proper

(2) Do not remove battery from truck. Attach

functioning of components.

tag to) steering wheel to alert personnel that battery

c. 30 Days. In addition to the services of b above,

ground cable has been disconnected.

perform the following every 30 days.

b. Cleaning and Painting.

(1) Test each truck under full load and check

(1) Wash truck and remove debris from floor

hydraulic system for leaks.

and battery compartment.

(2) Maneuver the truck in all directions, both

(2) Remove rust and corrosion, scrape any

forward and reverse, for 10 to 15 minutes.

flaked and peeling paint. Dry all surfaces to be painted

(3) After testing as described above, correct

or coated with preservatives.

deficiencies as described in paragraph 5-2 b.

(3) Repaint surfaces as required to protect

d. 180 Days. Perform 15 and 30 day services and

against deterioration.

Use the following to paint

the following every 180

days. Correct any deficien-

surfaces.

cies found during

the procedures

as described

(a) Primer coat, Specification JAN-P-735

in paragraph 5-2 b.

(FSN 8010-161-7419).

(1) Check alignment, steering operation, and

(b) Final enamel coat, yellow gloss, color

forward and reverse mechanism.

No. 13588, Federal Specification TT-E-489, Federal

(2) Check parking brake linkage. Check and

Standard 595 (FSN's 8010-286-7758, 8010-527-2045,

tighten service brake hydraulic lines if necessary.

and 8010-616-7488).

(3) Lubricate

the

truck

thoroughly

(4) Coat all exposed metal surfaces with Oil,

accordance with L.O. 10-3930-618-12.

Preservative (PL Medium).

(4) Inspect all electrical connections and

(5) Clean all tires thoroughly to remove all

tighten or adjust if necessary.

grease and lubricants.

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