Specifications

TM 9-2330-384-14&P

WARNING

STATIC ELECTRICITY AND FUEL ARE A DEADLY COMBINATION!

The M1062 7500 Gallon Fuel Tank Semitrailer carries flammable fuel. Loaded or empty,

operation and maintenance of the semitrailer can be dangerous. When loading and unloading fuel,

static electricity is formed. When performing maintenance, a wrench slipping on a fastener and striking

another metal object can create a spark; if a spark comes in contact with fuel or fuel vapors, a fire and

explosion will result.

Personnel must read and follow all WARNINGS listed on these pages before operating or

maintaining the M1062 7500 Gallon Fuel Tank Semitrailer. These pages contain a summary of all the

WARNINGS found in the manual.

Read Chapter 1, Section IV, General Safety Regulations and paragraph 2-18, General Fuel

Handling Requirements.

4. For First Aid information, refer to FM 21-11.

THE BEST DEFENSE AGAINST SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH IS KNOWLEDGE

WARNING

ACCESS TO TANK

• Use extreme caution when working or walking on top of semitrailer. Walkway can become slippery

due to moisture or fuel spillage. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury to

personnel.

• Grabhandles on top of semitrailer are dismountable. Ensure that they are securely mounted before

using them. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury to personnel.

• Use caution when opening manhole primary latch. If there is pressure buildup inside tank, it must

first be relieved, then manhole primary latch slowly opened. Failure to follow this warning may result

in serious injury or death to personnel.

• Stand clear of fill cover when opening manhole. Pressure buildup inside tank may cause fill cover to

fly open. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death to personnel.