TM-9-2320-260-10

TRUCK, 5-TON, 6X6, M809 SERIES (DIESEL)

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

JUNE 1985

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For very heavy loads (over 14,500 lbs (6,583 kg)), use single sheave snatch block (4) or

double sheave snatch block (5), or a combination of these two. This will increase pulling power of

winch. Use field chocks to stabilize vehicle.

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Attach cable sling or utility chain (8) around load (7) to be pulled.

C A U T I O N

Never wrap winch cable around load. The cable may get pinched or

kinked, and be weakened.

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Attach winch cable chain hook (6) to cable sling or utility chain (8) on load (7).

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For heavy rear recovery operations, use field chocks (9) and tree or other object for vehicle

anchor. Wrap front winch chain (3) around tree or other object as shown. Refer to paragrpah 2-22 for

front winch operating instructions.

f. Pulling the Load.

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WA R N I N G

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• During all winch operations, the instant that slack in winch line is taken

up is critical. Tell all personnel to stand clear of winch line and load to

avoid injury.

• A snapped winch line or shifting load can be very dangerous. If load

shifts, presenting hazard, stop pulling and readjust load. If any part of

the equipment fails, stop operations and tell organizational maintenance.

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Start engine (refer to paragraphs 2-12 and 2-13).