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TM 10-5430-237-12&P 0006 00
0006 00-3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES.
General.
Emergency repair is performed when cuts or punctures occur in the tank when it is in use.
The Emergency Repair Kit is stored in the repair pouch on the outside wall of the tank.
Emergency Repairs With Wood Plugs.
In emergencies, as an immediate temporary measure, the wood plugs may be used for sealing small
holes or punctures.
The size of hole or tear will determine the size of wood plug to be used.
1. For holes (tears) up to approximately 0.5 inch (1.27 cm) in size, use the 3-inch (7.62 cm) long plug.
2. For holes (tears) up to approximately 1.5 inch (3.81 cm) in size, use the 5-inch (12.7 cm) long plug.
Select the size plug needed to fit (seal) the tank puncture, wet and insert in the hole. Twist plug
clockwise (to the right) until the leak is either stopped or slowed. Follow-up regular inspection should be
made of the wood plugs, as possible tightening may be necessary if the leaks resume. Later, if a leak is
not totally stopped, the use of a small sealing clamp may become necessary.
Emergency Repairs With Sealing Clamps.
Small slits, tears, or cuts [not to exceed 6 inches (15.24 cm) in length] may be repaired with sealing
clamps.
The size of the damaged area (opening) needing repair will govern the size of the clamp needed. Select
clamp size as follows:
1. For holes (tears) less than 2 inches (5.08 cm) in length, use the 3-inch (7.6 cm) clamp.
2. For holes (tears) 2 to 4 inches (5.08 to 10.16 cm) in length, use the 5-inch (12.7 cm) clamp.
3. For holes (tears) 4 to 6 inches (10.16 to 15.24 cm) in length, use the 7-1/2-inch (19 cm) clamp.
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