Lesson. Maintenance of the Automatic Fire Extinguisher System (AFES)

OVERVIEW

TASK DESCRIPTION:

In this lesson you will learn the procedures used to maintain the AFES

installed on the M992 ammunition carrier. This will include an introduction

to the M992 Ammunition Carrier and the AFES, familiarization with the three

AFES subsystems, the activation and deactivation process of the AFES,

removal and installation of AFES components, and performance of tests on the

AFES systems.

Applicable safety precautions relative to personnel and

equipment will also be addressed.

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

ACTIONS:

Learn the purpose, capabilities, and features of the M992

Ammunition Carrier.

Explain the purpose and importance of the Automatic Fire

Extinguishing System used on the M992 Ammunition Carrier.

Identify the three subsystems and the components of the

AFES.

Describe

the

steps

involved

and

reactivation of the AFES.

Explain the removal and installation procedures for the

components of the AFES.

Describe the testing procedures performed on the AFES.

CONDITIONS:

Given the instruction in this subcourse.

STANDARDS:

Demonstrate a knowledge of TM usage, safety procedures, and

procedures used to maintain the AFES.

REFERENCES:

The material contained in this lesson was derived from the

following publications:

TM 9-2350-267-10.

TM 9-2350-267-20.

OD1700

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