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

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TM 9-2320-209-10-1

FRAME 2

1.

Boring in disintegrated shale or similar rock requires sharp auger blades (1).

2.

If boring seems slower than usual check auger blade (1) and point (2). If either

or both blade and point are badly worn replace them.

3.

Blades (1) may be good for only 5 to 7 holes when boring in this type of soil.

4.

Auger points (2) may be good for one or two more holes.

5.

If there is too much vibration in derrick tube (3) when boring tell organizational

maintenance.

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