TM 10-4520-263-12&P
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FUELING THE SHS
Before fueling the SHS, select a fueling site at least 50 feet away from the shelter and any flame sources.
Place a section of petroleum absorbent material on the ground to absorb any fuel that may spill during the
fueling process. Have a wiping rag ready to wipe up any fuel that may spill. Position the SHS on the
petroleum absorbent mat.
Position a fuel can with an authorized fuel as detailed in WP 0002 00 on the petroleum absorbent mat
along side the SHS.
To fuel the SHS, slide the stack lock (1) over the stack adapter (2) to allow access to the fuel tank cap (3).
Loosen and remove the fuel tank cap (3) and set aside.
Remove the cap from the fuel can and outfit the can with a pouring spout.
Fill the SHS with the appoved fuel just below the neck of the fuel tank opening.
Install the fuel tank cap (3) and tighen securely.
Move the stack lock (1) back into position over the fuel tank cap, permitting access to the stack adapter
(2) on the top of the heater.
Remove the pouring spout from the fuel can and install the fuel can cap. Tighten securely.
Wipe up any spilled fuel with a wiping rag. Dispose of soiled rags and/or or petroluem absorbent mat in
accordance with local environmental regulations.
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