TM-5-2350-377-14-P
ARMORED COMBAT EARTHMOVER (ACE), M9
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S, UNIT, DIRECT SUPPORT, AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL (INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST) SUPPORTING THE HYDRAULIC BLADE FOLDER-TRACK TENSIONER (HBF-TT)
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EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION AND DATA
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EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURES
a. The M9 ACE with HBF-TT is designed to fold the blade and adjust the tracks from the operator's compartment.
b. The M9 ACE with HBF-TT is equipped with the following:
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A blade folder system that is operated from the driver's compartment.
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A track tensioning system that is operated from the driver's compartment.
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LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS
Table 2-1.
Major Components.
1
Apron and Dozer Assembly
Used for earthmoving operations.
Can be raised, or lowered to
load or unload material or cargo.
2
Headlights
Provide light for night driving.
Include blackout and infrared
lights.
3
Upper Apron Lockpins
Lock apron and dozer assembly in raised position as a safety
precaution during maintenance.
4
Lower Apron Lockpins
Lock apron and dozer assembly to hull during digging
procedures.
5
Dozer Blade Locks
Means of locking dozer blade in DOWN position for digging with
reusable pin assembly, modified latch, and steel latch block.
6
Apron and Dozer Extensions
Provide a larger working surface for apron and dozer.
May be
removed for transporting vehicle.
7
Dozer Blade Latches
Reusable pin assembly locks dozer blade, in folded position
during long motor marches and cross-country driving.
KEY
COMPONENT
DESCRIPTION
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