TM-9-2320-341-10
TRUCK, TRACTOR, LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER (LET), 8X8 M983A4 LET
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OCTOBER 2008
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OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
CONNECT/DISCONNECT M870A3 SEMITRAILER
INITIAL SETUP:
Not Applicable
CONNECT M870A3 SEMITRAILER
CAUTION
•
The following are general procedures for connecting the M870A3
semitrailer to a tractor vehicle. Always refer to TM 5-2330-325-14&P
(WP 0146) for specific instructions with regard to operating the
semitrailer. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
•
Lockouts must be positioned as identified in Table 1. Failure to
comply may result in damage to equipment.
NOTE
•
This procedure is a two soldier task.
•
Tractor vehicle is equipped with fifth wheel to accept 3.5 in. (89 mm)
kingpin.
•
If fifth wheel lockout assemblies are not positioned correctly,
complete Step (2) or (3) as applicable.
•
Remove lockout assembly only if desired lockring position (HALF
LOCK or FULL LOCK) is not located to the inside (against the fifth
wheel). To remove lockout assembly, complete Step (2).
•
Loosen and rotate lockring if NO LOCK position is desired, or if
desired lockring position (HALF LOCK or FULL LOCK) is located to
the inside (against the fifth wheel). To loosen and rotate lockout
assembly, complete Step (3).
CAUTION
•
Always refer to semitrailer specific operator's manual (TM
5-2330-378-14&P) prior to coupling. Failure to comply may result in
damage to equipment.
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