TM-9-2320-361-10

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

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

DECEMBER 1988

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TM 9-2320-361-10

2-32. OPERATION OF EARTH BORING AND POLESETTING

MAINTENANCE TRUCKS (Contd)

(2)

To drag pole (11) with derrick (4) raised:

(a)

Pull cable (10) out from winch (8) (refer to d, of this para.) run it under

and around strap sheave (13), and over and around derrick sheave (12).

sheave (9) and attach to pole (11).

(b)

Raise derrick (4) (refer to c. of this para.) run cable (10) around snatch

(3)

Dragging with derrick (4) raised or lowered:

(a)

Operate winch (8) (refer to d. of this para.) to pull pole (11), stopping

when pole (11) reaches desired location.

(b)

Remove cable (10) from pole (11).

(4)

To secure from dragging:

(a)

Lower derrick (4) if raised (refer to c. of this para.).

(b)

Remove cable (10) from sheaves (9), (12), and (13), as necessary, and

reel in cable (10) (refer to d. of this para.).

i. Setting Poles.

Check derrick tube for damage before using. A tube bend

or flat spot may cause collapse under load, resulting in

injury or death to personnel.

All personnel must stand clear of derrick during hoisting

operations. A snapped cable, shifting, or swinging load may

cause injury or death to personnel.

CAUTION

Do not exceed load limits of derrick or damage to equipment

may result.

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