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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0009 00
GENERAL
CHAPTER 4
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
SERVICE UPON RECEIPT
When a new, used, or reconditioned M9 ACE is received, determine whether it has been properly prepared for service
and is capable of performing its mission. Follow the inspection instructions and servicing instructions in WP0011 00
andWP0013 00.
INSPECTIONINSTRUCTIONS
a. Refer to DD Form 1397 for procedures on unpacking the M9 ACE.
b.
Remove all straps, plywood, tape, seals, and wrappings.
WARNING
Cleaning solvent (PF05) iscombustible. Wearprotective goggles andgloves; useonly
in a well-ventilated area; avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes; and do not
breathe vapors. Keep away from heat or flame. Never smoke when using cleaning
solvent;theflashpointis144°F(62°C). Failuretofollowthiswarningmayresultininjury
or death to personnel. A fire extinguisher will be kept nearby when the solvent is
used.
c. Remove rust preventive compound from coated exterior parts of the HBF-TT using cleaning solvent (Item 7, WP
0055 00) and rags (Item 17, WP 0055 00).
d.
InspecttheM9ACEforanydamageincurredduringshipment. Checkalsotoseeiftheequipmenthasbeenmodified.
e.
Check the equipment against the packing list to ensure that the shipment is complete. Report any discrepancies
in accordance with instructions in DA Pam 738-750.
SERVICINGINSTRUCTIONS
a.
Perform alloperator/crew andunitpreventive maintenance checks andservice(PMCS) (WP001100andWP0013
00). Schedule the next PMCS for both operator and unit on DD Form 314.
b.
Lubricate all lubrication points as described in WP 0011 00 regardless of interval.
c. Report any problems on DA Form 2407.
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