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M977 SERIES, 8x8 HEAVY EXPANDED MOBILITY TACTICAL TRUCKS (HEMTT)

OPERATOR’S MANUAL VOLUME 2 OF 2

DECEMBER 1998

CHANGE 3

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Preparation for Transport and Operation (Cont)

E-13. EQUIPMENT BODY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (CONT).

(34)

Disconnect four heavy-duty winch hydraulic hoses (32) and pull toward

vehicle engine through hole in equipment body.

(35)

Connect hvdraulic hoses (32) together.

(36)

(37)

(38)

Install dust cap (33) on fitting (34).

CAUTION

Make sure lifting device does not interfere with winch

motor or hydraulic hoses. If lifting device catches on

motor or hoses it may damage equipment.

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NOTE

16-foot (5m) safety chain and pallet sling from

stowage should be used for lifting.

Vehicle onboard crane may be used to remove

equipment body. If other than onboard crane is used,

skip step (37) and start with step (38).

Prepare onboard crane for operation with remote control (para 2-64a).

Attach suitable lifting device to four corner lifting eyes (35).

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