TM-9-2320-341-10
TRUCK, TRACTOR, LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER (LET), 8X8 M983A4 LET
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OCTOBER 2008
TM-9-2320-341-10 - Page 307 of 962
CAUTION
Winch KickOut control should never be engaged (pushed in) under load.
Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
3.
Disengage (pull out) Winch KickOut control (3).
NOTE
•
Setting the HIGH IDLE switch to ON position enables fast speed in
heavy-duty winch. HIGH IDLE should only be used when normal
speed operation is too slow while loading mired equipment or a
semitrailer laden with heavy equipment.
•
Due to the increased speed of winch cable payout, it is not
recommended that HIGH IDLE be used to reel in and stow winch
cable.
4.
Use of remote-control unit HIGH IDLE switch (4) is at the discretion of the operator.
WARNING
•
Heavy-duty winch operator shall ensure all personnel keep hands
and feet clear of heavy-duty winch during operation. Failure to comply
may result in injury or death to personnel.
•
Keep all personnel clear of area when tension is on winch cable.
Winch cable could come loose or break. Failure to comply may result
in injury or death to personnel.
•
Always wear protective gloves when handling winch cable. Never let
cable run through hands. Frayed cables can cut severely. Failure to
comply may result in injury or death to personnel.
•
Never operate winch with less than five wraps of cable on winch
drum. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.
CAUTION
•
Ensure assistant routes winch cable to avoid snag hazards on tractor
vehicle and trailer. Failure to comply may result in damage to
equipment.
•
Both operator and assistant should ensure that winch cable wraps
properly and evenly onto heavy-duty winch drum. Failure to comply
may result in damage to equipment.
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