TM 9-4940-568-10
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2-31. EYE WASH OPERATION.
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Eye wash is to be refilled and tested by approved medical facility. Consult CHPPM
(Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine) for details.
During cold weather partially drain eyewash tank to prevent damage to equipment.
NOTE
Eyewash tank is located inside rear of shelter stowage area. It may be necessary to
remove items for easy access.
a.
Filling.
(1)
Lift up valve (1) on eyewash tank (2) and release air pressure.
(2)
Remove access cover (3) by pulling up on release lever (4).
(3)
Fill with clean water to the water line marked on eyewash tank (2).
(4)
Install access cover (3) and close tightly.
NOTE
Fill with clean compressed air and ensure eyewash tank is full and pressurized to at
least 95 psi (655 kPa) (not to exceed 110 psi [758 kPa]).
(5)
Fill eyewash tank (2) through air valve (5) and check air pressure gage (6).
