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TECHNICAL BULLETIN; CREW PROTECTION KIT
OPERATOR’S, UNIT AND DIRECT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL, INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, AND REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LISTS (RPSTL)
SEPTEMBER 2005
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WARNING
HEMTT OPERATION
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Due to increased weight of HEMTT with armor kit installed, operator should be aware of differences in
vehicle’s driving characteristics and adjust his/her driving accordingly. Failure to follow this warning
may cause an accident and injury or death to personnel.
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Due to increased weight of doors, use extreme caution when opening and closing doors. If vehicle is
parked on non-level ground, door may swing in direction of slope. Failure to follow this warning may
cause injury to personnel.
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When placing foot on step to enter cab of vehicle, be aware of side blast deflector. Edge of side blast
deflector protrudes outward beyond step. Failure to follow this warning may cause injury to personnel.
WARNING
SHARP EDGES
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Use caution when handling window glass. Glass can break unexpectedly during removal/installation
procedure. Wear face shield, apron, and gloves. Failure to follow this warning may cause injury to per-
sonnel.
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Edges of metal armor panels may be sharp. Wear protective gloves when handling armor panels. Failure
to follow this warning may cause injury to personnel.
WARNING
SOLVENT CLEANING COMPOUND
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Solvent cleaning compound MIL-PRF-680 Type III is an environmentally compliant and low toxic
material. However, it may be irritating to the eyes and skin. Use protective gloves and goggles. Use in
well-ventilated areas. Keep away from open flames and other sources of ignition. Failure to follow this
warning may result in injury or death to personnel.
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Improper cleaning methods and use of unauthorized cleaning solvents may injure personnel and damage
equipment. Refer to TM 9-247,
Materials Used for Cleaning, Preserving, Abrading, and Cementing
Ordnance Materiels and Related Materials Including Chemicals
, for correct information.
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Fire extinguishers should be placed nearby when using solvent cleaning compound. Failure to follow
this warning may result in injury or death.
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Cloths or rags saturated with solvent cleaning compound must be disposed of IAW authorized facilities’
procedures. Failure to follow this warning may result in injury.
WARNING
THREAT PROTECTION
For proper threat protection, ballistic glass must be correctly installed onto ballistic glass frame. During
installation, ensure that decal “INSTALL THIS SURFACE TOWARDS THREAT” is located on outside of
cab. Improperly installed ballistic glass will not protect occupants. Failure to follow this warning may cause
injury or death.
WARNING
WELDING NOT AUTHORIZED
To ensure survivability of personnel, welding repairs on armor kit are NOT authorized. If armor plates are
damaged, they must be replaced. Failure to follow this warning may cause failure of armor, resulting in
injury or death to personnel.
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