TM 55-8115-202-14
A ground wire installation is required at the container
(3) 380 volt, 50 Hz, three phase, with 2/1
when operating in a stationary position using utility
step-down transformer.
Disconnect the generator power cable from the
power and a power cable other than the 30-foot power
refrigeration unit cable. Connect the 30 foot refrigeration
cable supplied.
unit cable plug to an external 380 volt, 50 Hz, three phase
power source with a 2/1 step-down transformer between
(1) 208-volt, three phase, four wire.
the power source and the refrigeration unit. When
Disconnect the generator power cable from the
operating in this configuration be sure that the voltage at
refrigeration unit cable. Connect the 30 foot refrigeration
the secondary terminals does not exceed 190 volts at any
unit cable plug to an external 230 volt, three phase, ac
time. The voltage range using 50 Hz power for
power source. An additional receptacle is provided for
continuous operation of the refrigeration unit is limited to
external power connection. It is stored in the refrigeration
173 to 190 volts. Due to a reduced refrigeration capacity
unit cable compartment.
when operating with a 50 Hz power supply, the cargo
refrigeration requirement for a given environment must be
(2) 230-volt, three phase.
evaluated in order to prevent damage to the cargo arising
Disconnect the generator power cable from the
from failure to maintain a desired interior temperature.
refrigeration unit cable. Connect the 30 foot refrigeration
To safeguard persons, properties and equipment from
unit cable plug to an external 230 volt, three phase, ac
hazards arising from the use of electricity, all appropriate
power source. When operating in this configuration, be
and pertinent national and local electrical codes shall be
sure that the applied voltage does not exceed 230 volts at
complied with.
any time. 230 volts is the maximum operating voltage,
and power sources fluctuating above this voltage due to a
NOTE
variation in load demand should not be used. Continuous
The 5 foot generator power cable may also be used to
operation of the refrigeration unit above 230 volts will
connect to an external power source.
result in a premature failure of the compressor and fan
motors.
Section II. MOVEMENT TO A NEW WORK SITE
CAUTION
2-3. Preparation to Move to a New Work site.
Refrigerated container MILVANs require an
a. Ensure cargo is secured and meets the
overhead lift. Except when equipped with a top-lift
requirements of MTMC PAM 55-2, Management and
device, conventional forklifts must not be used to
Stuffing of Containers.
handle MILVAN containers in any manner including
b. Be sure that the fuel tank for the generator set is
lifting, tipping, sliding or pushing. Commercially
filled and more fuel is available when that runs out.
developed container handling equipment (cranes, top-
Check the fuel gage in the auxiliary fuel tank mounted on
lift devices, front and side loaders and self-loading
the refrigerated container. (For fuel consumption of
transporters) is suitable for handling MILVANs.
generator set, refer to TM 9-6115-642-10/24).
Always use spreader frame when top lifting container.
c. Ensure all doors, panels and guards are installed
Containers must be lifted vertically from the four
and securely fastened.
corner fittings. Do not lift container with cable slings
d. Be sure that no personnel are inside the
at an angle.
refrigerated container.
2-4. Movement to a New Work site.
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