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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WARNING
HEAVY PARTS
Any part or component that weighs between 50 lbs (23 kg) and 75 lbs (34 kg) must be removed with
the aid of an assistant. Any part or component that weighs over 75 lbs (34 kg) must be removed
with the aid of an assistant and a lifting device. Failure to comply may cause injury or death to
personnel.
WARNING
CARBON MONOXIDE (EXHAUST GAS) CAN CAUSE DEATH
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Carbon monoxide does not have color or smell and can cause death.
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Breathing air with carbon monoxide produces symptoms of headache, dizziness, loss of
muscular control, a sleepy feeling and coma. Brain damage or death can result from heavy
exposure.
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Carbon monoxide is in exhaust fumes of fuel-burning heaters and internal combustion engines.
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Carbon monoxide can become dangerously concentrated under conditions of no ventilation.
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Precautions must be followed to ensure crew safety when the personnel heater or engine of
any vehicle is operated for any purpose. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to
personnel.
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DO NOT operate vehicle engine in a closed place unless the place has proper ventilation.
Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.
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DO NOT drive any vehicle with inspection plates, cover plates, or engine compartment covers
removed unless necessary for maintenance purposes. Failure to comply may result in injury or
death to personnel.
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BE ALERT at all times during vehicle operation for exhaust odors and exposure symptoms. If
either odor or exposure symptoms are present, IMMEDIATELY VENTILATE personnel
compartments. If symptoms continue, remove affected crew to fresh air and keep warm. DO
NOT PERMIT PHYSICAL EXERCISE. If necessary, give artificial respiration and get immediate
medical attention. For artificial respiration, refer to FM 4-25.11. Failure to comply may result in
injury or death to personnel.
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BE AWARE that the gas particulate filter unit or the field protection mask for nuclear-biological-
chemical protection WILL NOT offer safety from carbon monoxide poisoning.
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