TM 10-3990-205-12&P
Section IV. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE
3-10 SHORT TERM STORAGE
a. Refer to Section I in this Chapter and lubricate the spreader.
b. Apply a film of grease to all unpainted surfaces, and cables, to prevent corrosion.
c. If a container is available for the anticipated storage period, attach the spreader
to the container. Refer to Operating Procedure in Chapter 2 and position all six align-
ment arms to the down position.
be stored on blocks or timbers to prevent twist locks
from contacting the ground. Twist locks have machined
surfaces and are made of hardened steel, but damage
may occur by contact with hard surfaces.
d. Place the alignment arm positioning rod in its stowed position on the frame.
3-11 INTERMEDIATE STORAGE
a. Remove any debris or foreign matter, particularly in the twist lock housings. Wash
if necessary.
b. Touch up or repaint surfaces where the paint has chipped away, eroded, or deteriorated.
c. Apply a film of grease to all unpainted surfaces, and cables, to prevent corrosion.
d. Refer to Section I in this Chapter and lubricate the spreader.
e. Refer to Operating Procedure in Chapter 2 and position all six of the alignment arms
to the up position.
f. Place the alignment arm positioning rod in its stowed position on the frame.
g. Place the spreader on timbers or blocks to prevent damage to the twist locks.
If the spreader is being stored outside, do not let the
control cables or sling assemblies rest on the ground.
h. Secure the control cables and sling assemblies to the frame with heavy duty tape or
wire.
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