TB-9-2320-279-13-P-4

TRUCK, TRACTOR, LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER (LET), 8X8, M983A2 LET

TECHNICAL BULLETIN; OPERATOR AND FIELD LEVEL

APRIL 2008

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FIELD MAINTENANCE

WINCH REMOTE DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY

INITIAL SETUP:

Tools and Special Tools

Tool Kit, General Mechanic's: Automotive (WP

0081, Table 2, Item 5)

Wrench, 18 in. Adjustable (WP 0081, Table 2,

Item 6)

Personnel Required

Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic 63B (2)

Equipment Condition

Engine OFF (refer to TM 9-2320-279-10).

Parking brake applied (refer to TM 9-2320-279-10).

Wheels chocked (refer to TM 9-2320-279-10).

TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE

WINCH REMOTE DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY

TEST 1 - Does winch operate with manual controls?

CAUTION

Do not let cable end run into heavy-duty winch while reeling IN, or damage to equipment

will result.

1. Pull selector valve out. (WP 0015)

2. Push WINCH KICKOUT control valve in to ENGAGE position. (WP 0015)

WARNING

Excessive noise levels are present any time the heavy-duty winch, crane, or retrieval system

is operating. Wear single hearing protection (earplugs or equivalent) while working around

equipment when it is running. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

Seek medical aid should you suspect a hearing problem.

3. Start engine (refer to TM 9-2320-279-10).

4. Set PTO ENGAGE switch to ON position. (WP 0015)

5. Prepare vehicle for heavy-duty winch operation. (WP 0015)

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