detect the presence of liquid nerve and blister agents. It will
change color upon contact with these agents (Figure 4-1, p. 4-4).
Figure 4-5.
Carrying Case
CAUTION
Always refer to the operating instruction cards when you
are using the M256A1 Chemical Agent Detector Kit.
c. Operational Instruction Cards.
One set of operational instruction cards is attached to the case by a
lanyard or cord. These cards contain complete step-by-step
instructions for performing tests for chemical agents (Figure 4-6).
d. Sampler Detector.
Each kit is packed with 12 sampler detectors (called samplers). Each
sampler is individually wrapped in a protective bag. The sampler is a
small card, approximately 3 inches by 4 inches (Figure 4-7). On one
side are glass ampoules sheathed in plastic, test spots, a chemical
heater assembly, Lewisite Tablet and a rubbing tab. On the other side
of the card are examples of safe and danger color indications.
IS0345
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