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

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Start engine, refer to para 4-6b, and make sure it is operating right.

WARNING

Limit speed to 3 to 4 miles per hour while fording. Do not try

to ford your truck at depths greater than 30 inches.

Step on clutch pedal (1) and press it all the way down.

Place FRONT TRANSMISSION gear shift lever (2) in position 1.

Push TRANSFER CASE gearshift lever (3) to LOW DOWN position.

Let clutch pedal (1) up.

Enter water slowly.

WARNING

Do not rely on brakes until they dry out. After fording,

remove water from brake lining by pressing and letting go

of brake pedal.

Keep stepping down and letting go of brake

pedal until truck stops without grabbing.

Complete fording without stopping. Avoid too much use of clutch.

Stop engine. (Refer to para 4-6e.)

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