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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f. Recovery by Other Than a Launcher -

CONT

(1)

When the centerline of the bridge has reached the edge of the near bank, the weight of

the bridge will drop on the timbers and skids (1). Maintain a tight pull on the bridge by

the towing vehicle. Leave lifting device cable (2) connected to the bridge as a safety

precaution. Allow sufficient cable slack in case bridge shifts or slides.

(m)

Continue to pull the bridge forward on the timbers and skids until there is enough room

to perform repairs.

(n)

Disconnect the tow cables from the diaphragm. Disconnect the lifting cables used by the

lifting device.

(o)

Inspect the bridge for damage IAW the PMCS.

(p)

Make repairs as needed in accordance with Chapter 3. Determine mode of

transportation and refer to paragraph 2-10 for loading and unloading procedures. Bridge

must be inspected and repaired prior to bridge being placed in a serviceable condition.

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