TM 9-2330-386-14&P
Section XII. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE AND SHIPMENT
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4-54 GENERAL.
Co m m a n d e r s a r e r e s p o n s i b l e f o r i n s u r i n g t h a t a l l m a t e r i e l i s s u e d o r a s s i g n e d t o
their command is maintained in a serviceable condition, properly cared for and that
personnel under their command comply with technical instructions. Lack of time, lack
of trained personnel or lack of proper tools may result in a unit being incapable of
performing maintenance for which it is responsible. In such cases, unit commanders,
w i t h approval of major commanders, may place materiel that is beyond the maintenance
capability of the unit, in administrative storage or return it to supply agencies.
When preparing the materiel for administrative storage, the unit commander will be
responsible for processing the materiel, including all tools and equipment, in such
a manner as to protect it against corrosion, deterioration and physical damage
during shipment or periods of administrative storage.
4-55 SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS.
Preservation and other protective measures taken in
a.Preparation for shipment.
the preparation of materiel and accompanying tools and equipment for shipment must
be sufficient to protect the materiel against deterioration and physical damage
during shipment.
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent (P-D-680) is toxic and flammable.
Avoid
prolonged breathing of vapors. Avoid skin contact.
Use only in
Flash point
a w e l l v e n t i l a t e d a r e a . K e e p away from open flame.
of solvent is 138 F.
Use dry cleaning solvent (P-D-680) to clean or wash grease or oil
b.Cleaning.
f r o m all metal parts. All exposed machined surfaces must be cleaned to insure
removal of corrosion, soil, grease, residues, perspiration or other acid or alkali
residues.
c. D r y i n g .
After cleaning, use cold water to rinse all parts. Use clean cloths
to dry all parts thoroughly.
Lubricate items specified on lubrication chart (page 3-2).
d. L u b r i c a t i o n .
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