TM 10-6640-215-13
SECTION IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
Alphabetical Index
Paragraph Title
Paragraph
Emergency Stopping Procedures ................................................................................................................
2-11
Operation in Extreme Climates . ..................................................................................................................
2-10
2-10.
OPERATION IN EXTREME CLIMATES.
The Petroleum Laboratory is insulated and weatherproofed for operation in hot, cold, or moderate climates. The shelter
facility provides complete protection from the elements for personnel and equipment; however, under extreme
conditions, the following precautions are necessary.
a.
Cold Climates. Extreme cold causes cables and wires to become hard, brittle and difficult to handle. Be careful
when handling the cables and connecting them to the petroleum laboratory, so that kinks and unnecessary loops will
not result in permanent damage. Make sure that connectors in the entrance boxes are free of frost, snow, and ice.
Replace connector covers on receptacles as soon as a cable is disconnected. Never drag or place an open cable
ccnnector in the snow.
NOTE
The water lines shall be drained when operating in areas where the
temperature can fall below the freezing point (upon completion of
operations, initiation of overnight/down-time or temporary storage/non-
use). Follow procedures in paragraph 3.11.b. for draining water lines.
b.
Hot Climates. In hot, dry climates, connectors, and receptacles are subject to damage from dust and dirt.
Replace connector covers on receptacles when they are not in use. Never place an open cable connector on the
ground.
c.
Warm, Damp Climates. In warm, damp climates, the equipment is subject to damage from moisture and fungi.
Wipe all moisture and fungi from the equipment with a lint-free cloth.
2-11.
EMERGENCY STOPPING PROCEDURE.
To turn the equipment off in an emergency, set the MAIN circuit breaker to OFF.
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