TM-9-2320-209-10-1
2 1/2-TON, 6X6, M44A1 AND M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS (MULTIFUEL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND REFERENCE DATA; OPERATOR LEVEL
SEPTEMBER 1980
TM-9-2320-209-10-1 - Page 2 of 549
WARNING
EXHAUST GASES CAN BE DEADLY
Exposure to exhaust gases produces symptoms of headache, dizziness, loss of mus-
cular control, apparent drowsiness, and coma.
Permanent brain damage or death can
result from severe exposure.
Carbon monoxide occurs in the exhaust fumes of fuel burning heaters and internal
combustion engines, and becomes dangerously concentrated under conditions of in-
adequate ventilation.
The following precautions must be observed to insure the safety
of personnel whenever fuel burning heater(s) or engine of any vehicle is operated for
maintenance purposes or tactical use.
Do not operate heater or engine of vehicle in an enclosed area unless it is adequately
ventilated.
Do not idle engine for long periods without maintaining adequate ventilation in per-
sonnel compartments.
Do not drive any vehicle with inspection plates or cover plates removed unless neces-
sary for maintenance purposes.
Be alert at all times during vehicle operation for exhaust odors and exposure symptoms.
If either are present, immediately ventilate personnel compartments. If symptoms per-
sist, remove affected personnel from vehicle and treat as follows: expose to fresh air;
keep warm; do not permit physical exercise; if necessary, administer artificial
respiration.
If exposed, seek prompt medical attention for possible delayed onset of acute lung
congestion.
Administer oxygen if available.
The best defense against exhaust gas poisoning is adequate ventilation.
Use extreme care when removing radiator cap, especially when temperature gage
shows above 180°F.
Always wear leather gloves when handling winch cable. Never allow cable to slip
through hands.
Do not operate winch with less than four turns of cable on drum.
Do not drive truck until the low air pressure warning buzzer is silent and the air
pressure gage shows at least 65 PSI.
This is the minimum pressure required for safe
braking action.
Do not use hand throttle to drive the vehicle.
Do not park truck with front transmission gearshift lever in gear.
If your vehicle class number is greater than the bridge class number, do not cross.
This vehicle has been designed to operate safely and efficiently within the limits specified in this TM.
Operation beyond these limits is prohibited IAW AR 70-1 without written approval from the Commander,
U.S. Army Tank-Automotive Command, ATTN: AMSTA-CM-S, Warren, MI 48397-5000.
Change 2
PIN:
046723-002
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