TM-5-5420-202-10
LAUNCHER, M48A5 TANK CHASSIS
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
DECEMBER 2009
TM-5-5420-202-10 - Page 13 of 535
TM 5-5420-202-10
WARNING SUMMARY - CONTINUED
WARNING
An explosion or discharge may occur when loading discharger. Ensure grenade power
switch is OFF (lamp not lit) before loading discharger. DO NOT place any part of body
in front of dischargers when loading grenades or when dischargers are loaded. Failure
to comply may result in personnel injury, death, or equipment destruction.
WARNING
Damaged grenades may explode. DO NOT use grenades that have external cracks, dents,
or other deformities. Disassembly of grenades is not authorized. Place damaged grenades
in storage/shipping containers and dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Failure
to comply may result in personnel injury or death, or equipment destruction.
WARNING
Am
isf re or dud has the potential to explode. DO NOT touch a dud smoke grenade.
When a misf re or dud occurs, all personnel must remain a minimum of 219 yd
(200 m) from vehicle for a minimum of 5 minutes after f
in
al attempt to f re. Crew
must remain in vehicle with hatches closed. Notify Explosive Ordnance Disposal
(EOD) personnel and give type, quantity, and precise location of dud grenades.
Failure to comply may result in personnel injury or death.
WARNING
Fire may cause early explosion of explosive ammunition. Cover must be taken
immediately. All personnel must remain a minimum of 657 yd (600 m) from grenade
pile for a minimum of 5 minutes after attempt to destroy grenades. Failure to comply
may result in personnel injury or death, or equipment damage.
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