TM 55-8145-201-14
2-19. OPERATION IN HIGH ALTITUDES.
a. Elevations Up To 5,000 Feet. The refrigerated container and refrigeration unit are designed to operate at
elevations up to 5,000 feet above sea level without special servicing or adjustments.
b. Elevations Above 5,000 Feet. At elevations greater than 5,000 feet above sea level output of the
refrigeration unit will be reduced. The refrigeration unit will take longer to cool down the container during
startup, and it will run longer during each cooling cycle. Refer to TM 9-4110-252-14 for operating the
refrigeration unit at high altitudes.
2-20. GENERAL CLEANING AND DECONTAMINATION.
a. Wash the exterior of the refrigerated container with any suitable detergent. Thoroughly rinse with fresh water
and allow to air dry.
NOTE
Each deck stored container must be washed by using organization after each ocean
voyage to retard deterioration.
b. For decontamination, procedures required by TM 743-200 and FM 3-5 shall apply.
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