TM-9-2320-344-10

TRUCK, CARGO, GUIDED MISSILE TRANSPORTER (GMT), 8X8, M985A4GMT

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

OCTOBER 2008

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Special care must be used during operations in extreme cold

environment. In extreme cold, engine coolant and fluid in windshield

washer can freeze. Batteries can freeze and crack. Oil and grease

may get thick and stiff. Rubber and metal parts may crack or become

brittle and break easily.

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Proper component lubrication is a must for extreme cold operation.

1.

Principles and procedures for operating in cold environment (WP 0090) also apply to

extreme cold environment.

2.

Ensure arctic engine heater kit has been installed.

3.

Operate arctic engine heater as needed.

WARNING

Do not touch extremely cold metal (below -26°F, -32°C to -65°F, -54°C).

Bare skin may freeze to cold metal. Failure to comply may result in injury

or death to personnel.

NOTE

If additional air is put in tires for standby periods, lower tire pressure to

normal amounts before driving vehicle.

4.

In areas where temperatures reach -50°F (-46°C) or colder, fill tires with air

approximately 10 psi above normal for long standby periods and overnight.

OPERATE HIAB CRANE IN EXTREME COLD ENVIRONMENT (BELOW 0°F/-18°C)

WARNING

Do not touch extremely cold metal (below -26°F, -32°C to -65°F, -54°C).

Bare skin may freeze to cold metal. Failure to comply may result in injury

or death to personnel.

1.

Ensure that the crane has been properly lubricated for the temperature expected.

2.

Before operating crane, perform warm-up as follows:

a.

Start engine. (WP 0040)

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