TM 5-4220-231-14&P
Table
2-1.
Operator
Preventive
Maintenance
Checks
and
Services
For Diving Operations
- (Con't).
B-Before
D-During
A-After
W-Weekly
ITEM
INTERVAL
ITEM TO BE INSPECTED.
Equipment
is
NO
Not Ready/
B
D
A
W
PROCEDURE
Available
If:
18
0
0
Flasks,
HP (Con't)
Con't
Delamination
A whitish
patch
like a
blister
or
airspace
is
present.
Fire Damage
Fire damage
is evident
by
charring
or
burning
of the
composite
labels,
paint,
or plastic
components
of the valves.
WARNING
Before
testing
flask
valves,
ensure
all personnel
are clear
of area
to avoid
possible
injury from
flying debris.
DO NOT OPEN
VALVE IF ANY
DAMAGE
IS DETECTED.
Before
opening
valves,
ensure
protective
caps
have
been
removed
from
hose
couplings.
When
inspecting
valve control,
DO NOT OPEN
VALVE
FULLY.
Failure
to
comply
could
result
in death
or injury to
personnel.
Wear
protective
eyewear
when
inspecting
HP flask to avoid
eye
injury due
to
flying debris.
19
0
0
Valves,
HP Flask
(19).
Inspect
valve
for
Any damage
damaged
shaft,
handle,
and
assembly.
Replace
is noted.
handle
if broken.
0
(Partially
open
valve
until air flow is confirmed.
Close
valve.)
o
Inspect
thermo
relief valve and
pressure
relief
valve
for damage.
L
2-26