How do I get CD?

Dear Editor,

Through our work supporting units with the M17-series decon, we've come up with these three tips to make starting easier:

* Page 2-35 of the M17 TM 3-4230-228-10 says the burner fuel Knob at startup should be turned fully clockwise. Actually it's often better to turn the knob only 3/4 of a turn clockwise. Each M17 is different, so you will need to experiment.

* If you're having trouble getting a spark out of the igniter plug for the burner, try cutting off the boot assemblies for the power supply and for the igniter so they're 1.1 inch from the top to the opening for the plug. Sometimes the boots are too long and prevent the power supply and igniter from making a connection.

* Repairmen, when you have tour M17s disassembled for maintenance, clean out all old fuel in the burners. That will make it easier for the burners to fire up next time.

Editor's note: Get started on these suggestions, deconners. They'll start making starting a breeze.

Phillip Fellers

Wichita, KG

Dear Half-Mast,

We've heard there is a CD available that gives a good rundown on using and taking care of the new M12 diesel decon. How can I get a copy?

SGT P.F.

Dear Sergeant P.F.,

When you received your new M12, you should have also received the CD, which contains all of the M12 diesel ETMs and a briefing on the M12 diesel. IF you didn't, contact TACOM's Stephen LeFebvre at DSN 793-6885/[phone] or email: [e-mail]

He'll send you the CD.

TM 3-4230-237-10 and TB 3-4230-209-23 are on the LOGSA website: https://www.army.mil/etms/online.htm

Half-Mast