TM 9-2320-361-34 15-8. FUEL AND WATER TANK BODIES MAINTENANCE (Contd) . a. Removal 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. WARNING Eye protection must be worn when removing or installing springs under tension. Failure to do so may result in injury to personnel. NOTE The fuel (M49A2C) and water tank bodies (M50A2, M50A3) are replaced basically the same. The fuel tank body has two additional sets of body and frame brackets. This procedure covers the water tank body. Remove four locknuts (5), washers (6), two springs (7) and (8), and four screws (3) from two brackets (1) and brackets (4). Discard locknuts (5). Remove four locknuts (12), washers (11), and screws (9) from four brackets (2) and brackets (10). Discard locknuts (12). Attach chains to tank body (1) and position lifting device in center of chains. Raise lifting device and remove slack in chains. Attach guide lines on lashing hooks (2). WARNING ● All personnel must stand clear during lifting operations. A swinging or shifting load may cause injury to personnel. ● Ensure lifting and support capacity are greater than weight of tank body. Failure to do so may result in injury to personnel or damage to equipment. NOTE Assistant will help guide tank body during lifting operations. Remove tank body (1) and place on wooden supports. Remove lifting device, chains, and guide lines from tank body (1). 15-26