TM-5-5420-203-14

BRIDGE, ARMORED VEHICLE LAUNCHED, SCISSORING TYPE CLASS 60 & CLASS 70 ALUMINUM, 60 FOOT SPAN; FOR M48A5 AND M60 LAUNCHER

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, DIRECT SUPPORT, AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE

JUNE 1991

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TM 5-5420-203-14
Working with the cables, equalizer plate, scissor cylinder, and attaching hardware provides
the chance of injury by crushing. Personnel maybe injured if a component slips or is
dropped. Keep hands, fingers, arms, and legs clear when possible. In case of injury, refer
to FM 21-11 (First Aid for Soldiers) and seek medical aid.
The bridge can crush hands and feet Keep hands and feet clear at all times while bridge is
lifted. In case of injury, refer to FM21-11 (First Aid for Soldiers) and seek medical aid.
Due to the noise of the engine, communication between the dismounted crewmember and
the operator will be strained. Ensure that a visible hand signal is used and the meaning of
such hand signal understood. Early operation of the hold down cylinder could result in the
hands or fingers of the crewmember being severely injured or severed. Take all necessary
precautions so as to preclude injury. In case of injury, refer to FM 21-11 (First Aid for
Soldiers) and seek medical aid.
WARNING
The AVLB and the launcher are extremely heavy. You can be crushed by the weight.
Always wear your helmet when operating the AVLB. If the AVLB begins to turn over, DO
NOT ATTEMPT TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. Remain inside and brace your position with
your hands and feet. Do not have fingers or hands in the vicinity of the turret cover. If the
AVLB tilts to the extent the launcher turns over, immediately kill the engine, abandon the
launcher, and remove injured personnel to a safe distance. In case of injury, refer to FM
21-11 (First Aid for Soldiers) and seek medical aid.
If the AVLB tilts to the extent that the launcher turns over, immediately abandon the
launcher and remove injured personnel to a safe distance. In case of injury, refer to FM
21-11 (First Aid for Soldiers) and seek medical aid.
Working with a jack is dangerous. The jack could slip and exit the work area with
unbelievable force causing injury or death to personnel. The bridge could sideslip and fall.
All unessential personnel should remain clear of the immediate area where the jacking
occurs. No one should be present under the lifted area of the bridge at any time. Keep
hands, legs, and fingers clear at all times. In case of injury, refer to FM21-11 (First Aid
for Soldiers) and seek medical aid.
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