TM-5-5420-202-20-1

M60A1 CHASSIS, TRANSPORTING; FOR BRIDGE, ARMORED-VEHICLE-LAUNCHED; SCISSORING TYPE, CLASS 60

TECHNICAL MANUAL; ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE MANUAL; VOLUME 1 OF 4

OCTOBER 1985

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TM 5-5420-202-20-1
WARNING
The following summary list is adapted from the warnings
within this volume. However, all warnings should be obser-
ved as noted in the text.
Hold up rear drain valve seat when removing last screw
Valve seat is heavy and can cause injury if it falls.
Hold up front drain valve cage assembly when removing
Valve assembly may fall and cause injury if cage is not held
attaching valve seat to hull floor.
last screw attaching cage to hull.
up.
Handle charged fire extinguisher cylinders with care.
Do not jar or subject cylinders to
temperature above 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
Driver’s hatch cover weights approximately 130 pounds. Do not try to lift it alone.
The unit commander or senior officer in charge of maintenance personnel assigned to remove
and dispose of contaminated gas filters must prescribe necessary protective clothing to be
worn when replacing gas particulate filters.
He must also prescribe necessary safety measures
to be performed before new gas filters are installed.
Contaminated gas particulate filters must be handled in accordance with FM 21-40 and must
be disposed of by trained personnel.
Compressed air used for cleaning purposes will not exceed 30 psi. Use only with effective chip
guarding and personal protective equipment (goggles/shield, gloves, etc.)
FRH hydraulic fluid may contain Tricresyl
Phosphate
which
if
taken
internally,
can
produce
paralysis.
Hydraulic fluid may be absorbed through the skin. Wear 1ong sleeves,glove,
goggles, and face shield.
If FRH gets in eyes, wash them immediately and get medical aid
immediately.
If FRH gets on skin, thoroughly wash with soap and water. Wash hands
thoroughly prior to eating or smoking.
Application of these measures is considered an
effective control of the hazard.
Dry cleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and flammable.
To prevent personal injury, wear
protective goggles and gloves and use only in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes, and clothes and don’t breathe vapors.
Do not use near open flame or excessive heat.
The flash point for Type #l Dry Cleaning Solvent is 100°F (38°C) and for Type #2 is 138°F
(50°C). If you become dizzy while using cleaning solvent, get fresh air immediately and get
medical aid. If contact with eyes is made, wash your eyes with water and get medical aid
immediately.
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