TM 5-5420-226-20-1
P r e v e n t i v e M a i n t e n a n ce C h e c k s a n d S e r v i c e s f o r M 4 8 A 5 A V L B H u l l -
C o n t i n u ed
Item
No.
40
Interval
Semiannual
Location
Item to
Procedure
Not Fully Mission
Check/Service
Capable if:
Portable Fire
Extinguisher
WARNING
Handle charged cylinder with care. Do not jar or subject cylinders to
temperature- above 140°F (60°C). Accidental discharge
injury or death to personnel.
Remove and weigh portable fire ex-
tinguisher. If cylinder charge is low,
request exchange (DA Form 2402) or
request recharging (DA Form 2407).
Check portable fire extinguisher
mounting bracket is securely mount-
ed behind operators seat.
Check locking handle for freedom of
action.
could result in
Extinguisher is
missing or
seal/hardware is
missing or bro-
ken.
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