TM 5-3820-205-10-1
Section IV. OPERATION OF AUXILIARY MATERIEL USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ROLL
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23. Fire Extinguisher (Carbon Dioxide Type)
a Description. ABC fire extinguisher is suitable for use on electrical and flammable liquid fires. The ABC
type is of the 5 lb size. The 5 lb extinguisher is portable.
b. Operation. Remove fire extinguisher from its location, break the seal, operate the control valve, and
direct the stream at the base of the flame.
c. Refilling and Maintenance. For detailed information on refilling and maintenance, refer to TB 5-4200-
200-10.
24. Fire Extinguisher (Dry Chemical Type)
a Description. The dry chemical type fire extinguisher is suitable for use on all types of fires and is
effective in areas where ambient temperature is -25°F and above. If winterized (pressured by nitrogen), the fire
extinguisher maybe used in temperatures below -25°F. The fire extinguisher is a 2 1/2 lb, stored pressure,
lever-operated extinguisher.
b. Operation. Remove the fire extinguisher from its location, lift the handle, and press the lever. Direct
the discharge of powder at the base of the flames by using a side-to-side sweeping motion.
c. Refilling and Maintenance. Weigh the fire extinguisher every six months and replace the extinguisher
if the weight is less than 4 1/2 Ibs, or if the pressure is below 125 lbs. Refer to TB 5-4200-200-10. The dry
chemical fire extinguisher will be serviced at installation level through Repair and Utilities facilities, with the
filling agent supplied by local procurement through Troop Supply Channels.
25. Cold Weather Starting Aids
Warning: Starting fluid is highly explosive and toxic. Handle starting fluid spray cans with
extreme caution to prevent fire, explosion, and personal injury.
Caution: Do not use excessive amounts of starting fluid when starting the engine. Using too
much starting fluid will cause engine damage.
Diesel engine starting fluid is used to spray a highly volatile fluid into the air cleaner intake of the engine.
The starting fluid helps to ignite the fuel at low ambient temperatures. When the temperature range is +32°F to
-25°F use starting fluid (fig. 36).
Figure 36. Starting fluid instructions.
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