TM 1-1680-354-10
(5)
Allow the bag of water to stand to permit the chemical to disintegrate. If necessary, gently knead the
chemical until it dissolves completely.
(6)
Gently agitate the bag of water for 60 minutes before attempting to drink the water.
(7)
To drink the water, unscrew the valve at the bottom of the bag without squeezing the bag, put the valve in
the mouth, and gently squeeze or suck on the valve. Spit out the first few drops if too salty.
NOTE
A small amount of salt is left in the desalted water intentionally to compensate for perspiration
losses.
(8)
After drinking, close the bag valve to conserve the remainder of the water.
(9)
After the desalted water has been used up, rinse the desalting chemical from the bag with seawater. The
bag is then ready for repeating the desalting process.
(10)
If the plastic bag develops a puncture or tear, carefully dry the affected area and apply a patch to the area
using the furnished mending tape.
Figure 2-76. Desalter Kit
bc.
Pump, Inflation, Life Raft. The inflation pump (See Figure 2-77) is used on multi-place life rafts to inflate the
buoyancy cells.
Figure 2-77. Pump, Inflation, Life Raft
2-44
