MIL-HDBK-1164
Table 47 (Continued)
Inspection
Action
(1), (2)
Cathodic
Check flow of current; if absent, check
V
protection
fuses, anodes, ground wire connections
and immersion of electrodes; adjust or
repair as necessary. If current flow or
amperage is above desired level, adjust as
necessary; make certain that connections
to rectifier are not reversed.
Check anode condition; replace as
V
necessary.
Wooden tanks
Towers
Check for loose, missing, twisted, bowed,
SA
cracked or split pieces; also check for
termite infestation, misalignment of legs,
and evidence of loose sway bracing; repair
and eliminate undesirable conditions; paint
as necessary.
Tanks
Check operating records to make certain
SA
tank is kept filled; also check structural
condition of tank for soundness, evidence
of leakage, and corrosion of steel bands.
Check all appurtenances, ladders, roofs,
screens, etc.; make any repairs or
adjustments necessary.
Paint metal parts; paint timber only if
A
necessary for appearance.
Pneumatic tanks
Inspect air pump and motor; check
Q
operating record of time cycle; check for
air leaks, if time cycle is too short; check
valve operations, particularly pressure
relief valves.
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