book for the tools checked out. The yard boss must also provide grease guns, valve caps, and light bulbs. Washrack As a member of the transportation pool, you maybe assigned as a washrack attendant to assist the yard boss in maintaining washrack operations. The washrack supports  the  Equipment  Management  Program  by providing means for the daily cleaning of equipment that allows the detection and prevention of major problems. Thorough   cleaning   of   equipment   cannot   be accomplished  with  water  alone.  A  supply  of  soap, brushes, buckets, serviceable hoses, and a trash can enhance  the  operation  of  the  washrack. Preventive Maintenance The yard boss and the dispatcher must work as a team in order to ensure that equipment due for PM is available and is prepared to be turned in the morning of the scheduled PM due date. This team approach allows the mechanic shop to process and service the equipment on  schedule. When a piece of equipment is due for PM, the yard boss receives a NAVFAC 9-11240/13 (Hard Card) from the dispatcher. The dispatcher has the responsibility of maintaining a Hard Card log book and issuing a Hard Card  number  for  tracking  the  maintenance  of  the equipment. The yard boss has the responsibility for ensuring the equipment and attachments are cleaned, lubricated,  and  processed  through  collateral  equipage. A recommended flow for PM Hard Cards is to have the yard boss submit two Hard Cards stamped “PM” and initialed  by  the  collateral  equipage  custodian.  The equipment, Hard Card, and cards from the Trouble Reports File for the USN are sent to the mechanic equipment    inspector. The  mechanic  equipment inspector  has  the  responsibility  to  accept  or  reject  the equipment,  depending  on  cleanliness  and  lubrication. For  equipment  that  is  accepted  the  yard  boss  has  the mechanic inspector sign receipt of the Hard Cards and retains one for the dispatch records. Saltwater  Operations Operating  on  beaches,  loading  and  unloading landing craft units, and participating in amphibious operations often expose CESE to salt water and wet sand. Every effort must be made to minimize equipment operations near salt water. Exposure to saltwater causes premature  damage  to  brake  systems,  lubrication  fluids, bearings,  extensive  rust,  and  overall  equipment  failure. PREINSPECTION.— Before beach operations, equipment  must  be  thoroughly  inspected  and  prepared. The equipment must be in good operating condition, so the possibility of failure in the water is reduced. The fan disconnect must work and all fording equipment must be  watertight  and  connected  correctly.  If  the  equipment does not have a fan disconnect and has to perform operations in the water, loosen or remove the fan belt. If you are unsure, consult the maintenance supervisor for clear directions. Use of water-resistant greases, antiseize, antirust compounds, and application of a light oil spray on the undercarriages will reduce corrosion. OPERATING PRECAUTIONS.—   When equipment must enter the water, enter as slowly as possible  to  reduce  the  possibility  of  radiator  damage. When swell and surf actions are present, ensure that the equipment  does  not  become  submerged  below  its  high water mark. Take caution when operating at low tides because of the incoming tide. AFTER   OPERATIONS   SERVICE.— Immediately after operating CESE in or around salt water, you should clean and wash it thoroughly with fresh water. Ensure that all areas are washed and all accumulations of wet sand are removed. A thorough PM inspection should be performed by the mechanic shop, giving special attention to possible contamination of the gearbox and fluid reservoir lubricants. If salt water is detected, the reservoir and the system must be emptied, flushed,  and  refilled.  A  light  oil  spray  on  the undercarriages after washing down with fresh water can be used to reduce corrosion. RECOVERY  PROCEDURES.—  Immediately after recovering equipment that has been submerged, the following procedures must be taken: 1. Wash and clean the equipment thoroughly with fresh water. Ensure that all the areas are washed and all the sand and the mud are removed. 2. Wash and flush out the engine with an oil and diesel fuel mixture. Remove the spark plugs or fuel injectors and turn the engine over. 3. Wash and flush out all the fluid reservoirs and compartments and replace all the falters. 4.  It  is  extremely  important  to  get  the  engine running as quickly as possible. If the engine will not start,  it  must  be  disassembled  as  quickly  as  possible, cleaned,  and  reassembled. 6-21 -—