1、Lessons Learned Entry: 0136Lesson Info:a71 Lesson Number: 0136a71 Lesson Date: 1992-09-25a71 Submitting Organization: KSCa71 Submitted by: Lisa L. MusgraveSubject: Payload Canister Transporter (PCT) Diesel Fueling Operation Description of Driving Event: The PCT is designed to operate between/within
2、space shuttle payload processing facilities. Two transporters are used to carry the payload canisters and hardware throughout kennedy space center. Drive power is provided by a 400-horsepower diesel engine. A ground reel clip is used during fuel transfer operations to establish a common ground betwe
3、en the diesel supply tank and the vehicle to be filled. Fueling operations are prohibited during electrical storms within five miles of the transfer site. Flame or spark producing devices, such as matches, lighters, or smoking, are also prohibited in this area.Lesson(s) Learned: An ignition source (
4、spark, heat, or flame) present during a PCT diesel fueling operation could possibly ignite the diesel fuel.Recommendation(s): Prior to fuel transfer operations, inspect grounding reel for deterioration resulting in poor common ground between fueling tanker and transporter.Evidence of Recurrence Cont
5、rol Effectiveness: N/AProvided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-Documents Related to Lesson: N/AMission Directorate(s): N/AAdditional Key Phrase(s): a71 Energetic Materials - Explosive/Propellant/Pyrotechnica71 Ground Operationsa71 Ground Equipmenta71 HardwareAdditional Info: Approval Info: a71 Approval Date: 1994-06-03a71 Approval Name: James G. Klinea71 Approval Organization: KSC/HEIa71 Approval Phone Number: 407-867-7614Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-
