TM 55-1510-220-10
2-96. INFLATING TIRES.
Inflate tires as follows:
1.
Inflate nose wheel tires to a pressure between 55
and 60 PSI.
2.
Inflate main wheel tires to a pressure between
73 and 77 PSI.
2-97. SERVICING THE ELECTRIC TOILET.
The toilet should be serviced during routine ground
maintenance of the aircraft following any usage. It is more
efficient and convenient to remove, clean and recharge the
toilet tank on a regular basis rather than to wait until the tank
is filled to capacity. Instructions for servicing are provided on
a decal applied to the front side of the removable tank.
Instructions are as follows:
a.
Tank Removal.
1.
Open front access to the toilet, as
applicable, to remove the toilet tank.
2.
Depress the lock-ring of the flush hose
quick-disconnect coupling located on the
right side at the front of the tank top.
3.
Drain any residue of flush fluid in the
hose by partially disengaging the plug
from
the
quick
disconnect
and
manipulating the hose to assist drainage.
4.
Remove the flush hose from the quick
disconnect
and
place
hose
in
the
retaining clip located on the underside of
the toilet mounting plate.
5.
Install the cap attached to the quick
disconnect to seal the coupling.
6.
Close the knife valve at the bottom of the
toilet bowl by pushing the actuator
handle until the valve is fully closed.
7.
Press the two fasteners on each side of
the knife valve actuator to unlock the
tank.
8.
Remove the tank by pulling the recessed
carrying handle on the tank top.
b.
Tank Cleaning.
1.
Dispose of tank contents by holding the
tank upside-down over a sewer or toilet
and pull the knife valve actuator handle,
opening the valve and allowing the tank
to drain.
2.
Rinse the tank by filling one-half full
with water. Close the knife valve and
shake vigorously. Drain tank as in
previous step.
NOTE
Commercial
detergents
and
disinfectants can be included in the
rinse water if desired. However, do not
include these materials in the tank
precharge.
3.
Rinse and drain the tank several times to
insure that the tank is thoroughly clean.
4.
Wipe the exterior surfaces of the tank
using a cloth moistened with clear water
and disinfectant.
c.
Tank Precharge.
CAUTION
During freezing temperatures, toilet
shall
be
serviced
with
antifreeze
solution to prevent damage.
Charge the tank with a mixture of water and chemical
according to chemical manufacturer's specification.
d.
Tank Installation.
1.
Install the tank by inserting the slides
located on each side of the knife valve
into the slide plate assembly on the
bottom of the toilet and slide tank into
place.
2.
Press the two fasteners to the first detent
to secure the tank.
3.
Remove the cap in the flush hose quick
disconnect and connect the hose coupling
to the quick disconnect. Lock the
disconnect lock ring.
4.
Pull the knife valve actuator to fully open
the valve.
5.
Lift the toilet seat and shroud assembly
from the top of the toilet and wipe with
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