Specifications

TM 9-2330-384-14&P
1-7.
LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS (Con't).
1-8
KEY NAME
34 Front Dam
35 Vent Cap
TOP VIEW
FUNCTION
Contains fuel in event of fuel spillage.
Access port for cleaning tank interior. In the event of fire, fusible
cap melts to provide tank venting.
36 Walkway
37 Vapor Vent
Nonskid surface on top of semitrailer.
Valve opens to allow venting of vapors created during bottom
loading and unloading.
38 Manhole Allows access to inside of tank. Fuel is top loaded through 10 in.
(25.4 cm) fill cover. Closure is by means of self-latching catches.
39 Rear Dam
40 Overturn Rails
Contains fuel in event of fuel spillage.
Protect manhole and vapor vent from damage in case of an
overturn accident. Also help contain fuel spillage. Roadside
overturn rail is part of vapor collection system.
41 Vapor Vent Hose Provides airtight connection between vapor vent and roadside
overturn rail.
6 Grounding Stud
7 Emergency Valve
Remote Trip-Release
Unpainted ball used to attach grounding cable.
Closes emergency valve from top of semitrailer.