TM-9-2320-285-24-1

TRUCK TRACTOR, YARD TYPE, 43,500 LB GVW, DED, 4X2, ARMY MODEL M878A1

TECHNICAL MANUAL; ORGANIZATIONAL, DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL

OCTOBER 1985

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TM 9-2320-285-24-1

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PRESERVATION AND PACKAGING (CONT)

h.

Tires.

Inflate tires to normal operating pressure of 120 psi.

Secure spare tire to spare tire carrier using supplied

chain and padlock.

i.

Ignition Keys.

Insert key into cab door lock and rotate 90 degrees clockwise to lock door.

Remove, package, and

place keys in the tool box to prevent pilferage.

Secure tool box hasp with a padlock.

j.

Exterior Surfaces.

Coat exposed machined ferrous metal surfaces, such as fifth wheel plate, with type P-6

preservative (CL) conforming to MIL-C-11796, class 3.

GAA grease may be substituted if type P-6 preservative is

unavailable.

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PACKING

Packing is not required unless components have been removed to prevent pilferage.

Pack all removed components and

the ignition keys in the tool box.

If parts will not fit in the tool box, pack the parts in suitable containers and secure to

tractor to prevent pilferage.

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SHIPPING

a.

Rail Shipment.

Block and secure equipment to the railway car in accordance with the Association of American

Railroads, "Rules Governing the Loading of Commodities on Open Top Cars. "

b.

Highway Shipment.

Load, block, and brace vehicle and equipment for haul-away or tow-away in accordance with

the applicable motor carrier tariff.

c.

Tractor Tie Downs.

Use chock blocks at front and rear of tractor tires.

Use cables, chains, or straps of sufficient

capacity to tie tractor down as shown below:

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