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RAK Water & Ration Heater Brochure
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AN ARMY MARCHES ON ITS STOMACH RAK - Water & Ration Heater The RAK15 is the only unit available which has been designed in compliance with MIL-PRF-44466A

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RAK Water and Ration Heaters designed for the demands of modern mechanised forces. • Insulated Handle - To enable safe use and easy transport of the water and ration heater. • Quick Release Locking Latch The sturdy and knock proof catch helps prevent accidental spillages or contamination of contents by maintaining the watertight seal. • Instruction Plate - Instructions readily available, intuitive design and minimal training required. • Pull Tap - Water outlet for safe and easy water on demand. Can be removed for cleaning. • Toggle Switch - Toggles between HIGH / LOW and OFF. Power...

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Feeding the forces for over 25 years An Army Marches On Its Stomach The human body’s mechanisms of energy production are complex, but it is an irrefutable fact that we require food and water to metabolise glycogen into useable energy and water is a primary driving force of energy production inside the cells, so that even the slightest loss of water makes us feel lethargic. Experiments conducted on athletes have demonstrated the potentially catastrophic effects of dehydration. Roughly speaking, for every 1% of bodyweight lost through dehydration, there’s a corresponding 5% drop in...

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Electrical Characteristics_ • 24V DC (connects to the vehicle's auxiliary power supply). • Typical power rating 15 or 30 amps. • Low power detection and over-power protection. Key Features_ • Non-spill relief system. • Insulated throughout to minimize heat loss. • Robust portable/non corrosive stainless steel outer case. Heating Specification_ • Heating range (LO) (66 - 71°C) (150 - 160°F). • Heating range (HI) (82 - 88°C) (180 - 190°F). • 'Boil-Dry' condition detected, if internal temperature rises to greater than (96°C) (205°F). • Heating (water only) temperature of one gallon of water...

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