TM 3-4240-313-10 OPERATOR'S MANUAL SIMPLIFIED ...

TM 3-4240-313-10
c. PE Exit Procedures.
(1) Exit protective area as follows:
NOTE
For guidance on exit procedures, see FM 34 and unit SOP.
(a)
Look through PE window to ensure PE is unoccupied and interval timer is set at zero. This shows
that the PE has not been occupied and no wait is necessary before entering the PE. Otherwise, wait
until the interval timer bell sounds (about five minutes) before exiting.
(b) Turn interval timer knob to zero (5 minutes). This is to let anyone still inside shelter know when 5-
minute purge time is over.
(2) Exit PE in accordance with FM 3-4 and unit SOP.
2-10. OPERATION OF AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT.
WARNING
Locate generator outside structure or in well ventilated area. Do not locate motor blower near an
area where engine exhaust gasses are generated. Filter will not protect against carbon
monoxide. Carbon monoxide poisoning can cause illness, incapacitation, or death to personnel.
a. The SCPE can be operated from a portable generator (App C) when commercial electric power is not available.
Refer to TM 5-6115-323-14 for operation of portable generator.
b. Observe the following precautions:
(1) Place portable generator outside building if possible.
(2) If portable generator must be inside structure, place at maximum power cable length from blower.
2-11. PREPARATION FOR MOVEMENT OF M20A1 SCPE.
WARNING
SCPE known to be or suspected of biological or chemical agent contamination, must be
decontaminated before striking.
Protective mask and clothing must be worn by personnel handling contaminated components of
SCPE.
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