TM-9-2320-361-10

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

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

DECEMBER 1988

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TM9-2320-361-10

2-31. OPERATION OF PIPELINE CONSTRUCTION

MAINTENANCE TRUCKS (Contd)

NOTE

Height of A-frame can be adjusted by making boom chains

longer or shorter. Position A-frame at higher angle for heavier

loads.

(13)

Take up slack in cable (16), and slowly operate winch (refer to b. of this

para.) until A-frame (20) reaches operating position. If necessary, manually push

A-frame (20) over center, until in operating position.

(14)

Fasten a second chain (22) to safety chains (21) and bumperettes (23) to

avoid backlash.

(15)

Let cable (16) go slack, unhook U-bolt (18) and lower until flush with

truck bed.

(16)

Remove hook end of cable (16) from pintle hook (17).

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