TM-9-2320-361-10

2-1/2-TON, 6x6, M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS (MULTIFUEL)

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

DECEMBER 1988

TM-9-2320-361-10 - Page 156 of 392

TM 9-2320-361-10

2-24. OPERATION OF FRONT WINCH (Contd)

NOTE

Make sure first layer of winch cable goes onto

drum in

order and that each additional layer starts back across

drum. If necessary, use wooden block to assist in cable

alinement.

(5)

When winch cable (8) is fully wound on drum, depress clutch pedal (6),

place power takeoff lever (1) in NEUTRAL, and secure with hinge lock (5).

(6)

Apply parking brake lever (4), and stop engine (refer to para. 2-17).

f. Locking Front Winch for Travel.

(1)

Position cable chain (11) under left frame extension (9), up through left

lifting shackle (10), across front of bumper (13), and attach chain hook (14) to

right lifting shackle (15).

(2)

Move clutch control lever (17) toward left side of vehicle to let drum free.

(3)

Pull drum lock knob (16), rotate it a quarter turn, and release into deep

slot on nut.

(4)

Rotate drum until lock knob (16) plunger slips into nearest hole on drum

flange (12).

(5)

Service snatch block (18) and other equipment used in winching, and stow.

(6)

To replace shearpin, refer to para. 3-17.

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