TM 55-8145-202-14
4-5.
SHELTER REQUIREMENTS.
The refrigerated container does not require special sheltering. If shelter is available, storing container under cover will
minimize routine maintenance.
4-6.
CHECKING UNPACKED EQUIPMENT.
a.
Inspect container frame, corner posts, and upper and lower fittings for damage. Containers damaged in
these areas should not be used.
b. Inspect container exterior wall panels and roof for punctures, tears, cracks, delamination of panels and loose
or missing fasteners.
c.
Inspect for loose, missing, or broken door hardware.
d.
Inspect container interior for punctures, tears, cracks, and delamination of wall and ceiling panels.
e.
Inspect container stencils, markings and information plates. All items should be clear and readable.
f.
Inspect the equipment for damage incurred during shipment. If the equipment has been damaged, report
the damage on SF 364, Report of Discrepancy.
g.
Check the equipment against the packing slip to see if the shipment is complete. Report all discrepancies in
accordance with the instructions of DA Pam 738-750.
h.
Check to see if the equipment has been modified.
i.
Refer to TM 9-4110-258-13 for unpacking the refrigeration unit.
j.
Refer to TM 5-6115-585-12/34 for unpacking the generator set.
4-7.
PROCESSING UNPACKED EQUIPMENT.
a.
Remove all preservative coatings, grease, tape and packing materials.
b.
Refer to TM 9-4110-258-13 for processing and servicing of the refrigeration unit.
c.
Refer to TM 5-6115-585-12/34 for processing and servicing of the generator set.
4-8.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES.
a.
General.
(1) Electrical power required to operate the refrigeration unit can be supplied by the generator set or an
external power source. Conversion of the refrigeration unit from one power source to the other is
accomplished by changing power cable connections.
(2) A 5 foot (1.5 m) long generator power cable is supplied with the refrigerated container to connect the
generator set to the refrigeration unit. A 40 foot (12 m) long power cable is supplied with the
refrigeration unit for connection to an external power source or the generator set.
(3) Connect 5 foot (1.5 m) power cable (10) to generator set (9) as follows:
(4) Install cover on generator set terminal box (TM 5-6115-585-12/34).
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