TM-5-5420-203-14

BRIDGE, ARMORED VEHICLE LAUNCHED, SCISSORING TYPE CLASS 60 & CLASS 70 ALUMINUM, 60 FOOT SPAN; FOR M48A5 AND M60 LAUNCHER

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, DIRECT SUPPORT, AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE

JUNE 1991

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c. Launching in Wetlands or Marshy Areas

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(7) Refer to paragraph 2-8a for launching procedures.

(6) If it has been determined that the continued operation either to launch or retrieve will result in

the launcher turning over, sliding in a ravine, etc., immediately shut down the engine and

leave the launcher and bridge. Stay clear of the launcher and bridge. Request engineering

aid.

d. Retrieving in Wetlands or Marshy Areas.

This Task Covers:

Retrieving

EQUIPMENT CONDITIONS:

Serviceable

PERSONNEL:

Two

(1) Prior to starting retrieval operations, inspect the launch site and assess what is required to

remove the bridge.

(a) If bridge is impacted in the mud due to user traffic, refer to paragraph 2-9e.

(b) Inspect for damage using the Operator Preventative Maintenance Checks and Services

(PMCS) as a guide.

(c) Request engineering assistance, if required.

(d) Request additional equipment, if required.

(2)

Ensure all necessary work has been performed before attempting to recover/retrieve the

bridge. If bridge cannot be recovered with a launcher, refer to paragraph 2-9f.

(3)

After required site work has been done, retrieve the bridge in accordance with procedures in

paragraph 2-9b.

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