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 TM 55-1905-242-14
0026 00
FORWARD BALLAST TANK
1.
To fill the forward ballast tank:
a.
Start the diesel generator engine and engage the fire pump clutch as described in steps 1-5 of the Fire Monitor
procedure in this work package.
b.
Ensure that the fire monitor valve (64) is CLOSED.
c.
OPEN the forward ballast tank fill valve (65).
d.
When the forward ballast tank is filled to the desired level, CLOSE the forward ballast tank valve (65).
e.
If no further filling of the forward ballast tank is needed, secure the fire pump as described in steps 9-11 of the Fire
Monitor procedure in this work package.
64
65
2.
To drain the forward ballast tank:
a.
Prepare the bilge pump(s) for use as described in steps 1-7 of the Bilge Pumping procedure in this work package.
During step 2 of the Bilge Pumping procedure, OPEN the forward ballast tank compartment suction valves (66).
b.
When ready to pump, start the ramp hydraulic pump by engaging the PTO lever (50) (shift the lever aft).
c.
When the forward ballast tank has been drained to the desired level, disengage the PTO by shifting the PTO lever
(50) forward.
d.
If pumping is complete, CLOSE all valves opened in the earlier steps.
0026 00-20
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