TM-9-2320-346-10

TRUCK, COMMON BRIDGE TRANSPORT (CBT), 8X8 M1977A4 W/WINCH AND M1977A4 W/O WINCH

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

OCTOBER 2008

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OPERATOR MAINTENANCE

DRIVE VEHICLE FORWARD

INITIAL SETUP:

Not Applicable

PREPARE VEHICLE

NOTE

If vehicle has less than 500 miles (805 km), check controls and indicators

often during operation and listen for unusual noises or vibrations. Notify

field level maintenance of any problems.

1.

Remove and stow wheel chocks. (WP 0077)

2.

Ensure LHS mode select switch is in correct position for mission. (WP 0021)

3.

Ensure Load Handling System (LHS) is secured in stowed position, Bridge adapter

pallet (BAP) hold down locks are pushed in (as applicable) (WP 0046), and cargo is

secured (as applicable).

4.

Adjust air-ride seat and mirrors as needed. (WP 0080)

5.

Adjust four-point seatbelt as needed. (WP 0081)

6.

Ensure air suspension dump valve control is pinned in ‘service’ position. (WP 0027)

7.

Ensure all four suspension ball valves are open. (WP 0037)

8.

Ensure tire carrier is secure in raised position.

9.

Start engine. (WP 0047)

10. Turn on lights as required.

WARNING

Do not press service brake treadle hard three or four times in a row. Air

supply will be used up and service brakes will not work until air is built up

again. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

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