TM-5-2350-262-10
ARMORED COMBAT EARTHMOVER (ACE), M9
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
TM-5-2350-262-10 - Page 4 of 302
TM 5-2350-262-10
Change 7
c
WARNING
- CONTINUED
•
Do not attempt to climb onto the vehicle by stepping on the track or any side/front to get on the
vehicle. The only means of entering or exiting is by using the rear step. When climbing/moving
aroung the vehicle, always maintain three point contact. Severe injury could occur to personnel if
pre-cautions are not followed.
•
Do not throw away damaged or unusable filters as trash.
•
Turn in damaged or
unusable
filters to your hazardous waste management office or
Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office (DRMO).
•
Filters are completely safe to handle and use if they are not damaged in such a way that
carbon leaks from them. If carbon does leak, use protection such as a dust respirator to
cover nose and mouth and put in a container such as a self sealing plastic bag; turn it in to
hazardous waste management office or DRMO. Disposal of
hazardous
waste is restricted
by law. Violation is subject to criminal penalties.
•
If NBC exposure is suspected, all air filter media of the M9 ACE, or of the MCS unit (if
installed), should be handled by personnel wearing protective equipment, consult your unit
NBC officer or NBC NCO for appropriate handling or disposal instructions,
•
NBC contaminated filters can only be handled and disposed of by trained personnel.
Personnel must use protective clothing (FM 3-4) and follow appropriate contamination
procedures (FM 3-5). Follow unit SOP for final disposal of contaminated filters.
•
DS2 is combustible. DS2 can also severely burn the skin, cause blindness, or deteriorate the
battle dress and chemical protective overgarments. Do not use DS2 near an open flame, in
confined spaces, or allow it to touch skin or clothing.
Personnel
handling DS2 must wear
protective clothing and eye protection.
•
Fuel is a combustible material. Do not smoke or allow sparks or open flames into areas
where fuel is present. Failure to comply may result in severe injury to personnel or death. If
injured, seek medical attention immediately.
•
Prolonged breathing of fuel vapors can be fatal. If eyes or skin become irritated by fuel, flush
with water.
•
Cleaning solvent is flammable and will not be used near open flame. A fire
extinguisher will be kept nearby when the solvent is used. Use only in wellventilated places.
Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment or injury to personnel.
•
Radiator and related components may be very hot. Do not work on cooling system until it is
cool. Failure to comply may result in severe injury to personnel.
•
Under no circumstances should any cover or grille leading to the engine compartment be
opened when a fire exists. Failure to comply may result in severe injury to personnel.
•
The NBC system of the M9 ACE
will not protect against carbon monoxide. Failure to take
precaution may result in severe injury to personnel or death.
•
Do not smoke, have open flames, or make sparks around batteries. The batteries can
explode and injure you.
•
Remove all jewelry, such as rings, dog tags, bracelets, etc. !f jewelry or disconnected battery
ground cable contacts battery terminal, a direct short will result, causing instant heating of
tools, damage to equipment, and severe injury to personnel.
•
Electrolyte is extremely harmful. Always wear safety goggles and rubber gloves when
performing battery maintenance. Injury will result if electrolyte contacts eyes or skin.
•
Always wear leather gloves
when
handling wire rope. Never allow wire rope to run through
hands. Broken or frayed wires may cause severe injury to personnel.
Back to Top
