Table 3-1. Fuel Quantity, Gallons, and Pounds Decals

Figure 3-1. Gravity Refueling ERFS Tanks

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TM 55-1560-307-13&P 4. Insert hose nozzle (4) into filler port. Fill tank to proper level. NOTE · No aircraft electrical power required to fuel ERFS tanks. · Fill tanks to 580 gallons and check fuel quantity level indicators. Refer to Table 3-1, fuel quantity, gallons, and pounds decals. 5. Remove nozzle (4) from filler port. 6. Install filler port cap (3) and secure. 7. Disconnect ground lead (1) from tank receptacle (2). WARNING · Observe all cautions and warnings posted on tanks when refueling the ERFS. Minimum personnel will be present during refueling operations. Ensure ERFS and aircraft vents, and cargo and troop doors are open before refueling starts. Adequate fire fighting equipment will be readily available per unit SOP. · FUELING/DEFUELING. When refueling ERFS or operating a forward area refueling system (FARE), the vehicle used to service or is being serviced will be parked a minimum of 20 feet from the helicopter. · Before refueling and defueling the ERFS, the fuel truck must be grounded to ground and aircraft. During defueling operations and/or fare operations, ensure all aircraft electrical switches are turned off. Refer to FM 10-68. Table 3-1. Fuel Quantity, Gallons, and Pounds Decals 3-13

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