TM 10-4510-209-13&P
UNIT MAINTENANCE
CONTAINERIZED LATRINE (CL)
CONTAINERIZED LATRINE SYSTEM (CLS)
EXHAUST FAN
TEST, REPLACE
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Personnel Required
One
Materials/Parts
Equipment Condition
Set circuit breaker (CL #2/CLS #2A) to the
OFF position.
TEST
WARNING
Always secure and tag circuit breakers in the OFF position or disconnect equipment's
power cord from receptacle before attempting any electrical repairs, even minor repairs
(or tests) such as replacing a light bulb. Remember that the latrine is a wet environment
capable of posing an electrical shock hazard when personnel have direct contact with
energized wires or metal parts. Failure to observe this safety warning may result in
serious injury or death to personnel.
CAUTION
Do not stand on commode while performing this maintenance task. The commode may
be damaged.
1. Ensure power is disconnected.
2. Remove shelf (1).
3. Remove the cover (2) from the exhaust fan junction box (3).
4. Tag and disconnect the wiring (4) from the fan (5).
5. Use a multimeter set to read ohms (Ω), and check for continuity between the black and white wires.
There should be a low reading, but not 0 ohms. Replace a shorted fan (0 ohms) or open fan (∞
ohms).
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