TM 9-4110-246-14
TO 40R7-5-10-1
Section III . SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF EQUIPMENT
3-5.
SITE AND SHELTER REQUIREMENTS.
The refrigerator must be set up on a flat, level surface or platform capable of withstanding 250 pounds per
square foot (1221 kg/sq.m.) . The area must be a minimum of 18 feet (5.5 m) front to back, and 14 feet (4.3 m)
wide . If a mechanical refrigeration (cooling) unit is to be used, refer to the manual covering the unit to be used
for additional space requirements . The - refrigerator is 7 feet, 5 3/4 inches (2280 mm) tall . A 125V ac power
source is required for operation of the refrigerator lights.
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SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF EQUIPMENT.
A. Unloading.
1. The crated panels and components of the prefabricated refrigerators may be shipped either by tractor-trailer or
rail . Remove all tie-down cables, strapping, blocking, and the like, which secure the crated or skid-mounted
components to the bed of the carrier . Refer to the figure and remove all tie-downs and blocking.
2. Use forklift or hoist capable of supporting 2,200 lbs (4840 Kgs), and remove the crated or skid-mounted
components from the bed of the carrier.
3. Remove banding, carting, and blocking, being extremely careful not to damage the panels . If skid-mounted,
cut the strapping and remove cushioning and spacers . Unpack separately packed components from the
containers . Remove the tape from drains, lighting, switch, and power receptacle mounting holes.
B. Checking Unpacked Equipment.
1. Visually inspect all component parts of the prefabricated refrigerator for loss of parts or damage which may
have occurred during shipment . If the equipment has been damaged, report the damage on DD Form 6,
Packaging Improvement Report.
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