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This handbook contains guidance on setting up and operating mechanical systems commonly encountered during bare base operations. It addresses, as appropriate, site selection and layout, major components, setup, operation, and shutdown of the M-80 Water Heater; Advanced Design Refrigerator, 300 Cubic Foot (ADR-300); Field Deployable Environmental Control Unit (FDECU); and the 130K Portable Heater. When coupled with information contained in the applicable technical orders and Air Force Pamphlet (AFPAM) 10-219, Vol 5, Bare Base Conceptual Planning Guide, and instruction received at Silver Flag training sites, personnel should be capable of effectively setting up and operating the equipment under contingency conditions. This publication applies to all Air Force active duty, Air National Guard (ANG), and Air Force Reserve Command Civil Engineer units. It supports Air Force Instruction (AFI) 10-209, RED HORSE Program, and AFI 10-210, Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force (BEEF) Program. Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) using the AF IMT 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route AF IMTs 847 from the field through Major Command (MAJCOM) publications/forms managers.