_b. Rust prevention._ If the flame thrower, parts, and tools are to be stored for a considerable length of time, especially in a damp climate, all exposed metal surfaces should be covered with a rust-preventive compound. Store in a dry place.
References pertaining to the care and use of flame throwers include:
AR 850-20 Precautions in Handling Gasoline
AR 850-60 Compressed Gas Cylinders; Safe Handling, Storing, Shipping, Using
FM 31-50 Attack on a Fortified Position and Combat in Towns
TM 9-850 Cleaning, Preserving, Lubricating, and Welding Materials and Similar Items Issued by the Ordnance Department
Anti-seize compound source of, 48_b_ use of, 58_b_, 70_c_, 73_c_
Atomizer hole cleaning, 52_i_ description, 75_a_
Barrel adjustment, 52_e_, 75_d_ cleaning, 55_d_, 55_i_ damage to, 62, 75_e_ description, 75_a_ maintenance, 62, 75_e_
Bushing, pipe, 3/4 inch by 1/2 inch, 8, 10_b_, 48_b_
Carrier adjustment, 19, 56_e_, 60, 71 description, 5_a_, 71_a_ installation, 71_c_ maintenance, 71_e_ preventive maintenance, 51, 55_h_ removal, 71_b_
Carrying the flame thrower, 19, 20, 55_b_, 56_e_, 60, 71
Charging of pressure tank, 4_g_, 32, 33, 61_c_, 66_a_
Check valve description, 66_a_ installation, 66_b_ operation, 31, 32, 53_d_ removal, 66_b_ replacement, 66_e_
Cleaning gun, 49_a_, 55, 56_f_, 58_c_, 74_d_, 75_e_, 76_d_ tank group, 55, 58_c_, 68_c_, 71_e_
Compound, anti-seize source of, 48_b_ use of, 58_b_, 70_c_, 73_c_
Compound, pipe thread (anti-seize), 48_b_, 58_b_, 70_c_, 73_c_
Compressed air charging apparatus, 32, 33, 46, 48_b_ leaks, 56_b_, 61_c_ release of, 66_b_ volume required, 9_g_, 32_c_
Cord description, 71_a_ installation, 71_c_ replacement, 48_b_, 60, 71_e_ tightening, 51_h_, 60, 71_d_
Coupling plug, 10_f_, 17, 39_c_, 48_b_, 70
Coupling washer, 10_b_, 48_b_, 58_f_, 70, 73_d_
Cylinders destruction, 46 number required, 9_g_, 32_b_ use of, in charging, 32, 33 use of, in filling, 39
Dampness effect on fuel, 35_e_ effect on ignition cylinder, 31, 41 effect on thickener, 35_e_ effect on weapon, 41, 51_g_, 71_e_, 77_b_
Destruction accessories, 46_b_, _d_ flame thrower, 46_a_ fuel, 46_c_ ignition cylinders, 30_a_, 46_f_ thickener, 46_e_
Diaphragm, valve, assembly, 10_b_, 48_b_, 56_e_, 58_a_, 74, 75