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 244 of 392
TM 9-2320-361-10
2-35. OPERATION IN EXTREME COLD (Contd)
(2)
If vehicle is to be operated on ice or snow, perform steps in para. 2-36b.
e. Stopping or Parking.
CAUTION
Operator must take every precaution to prevent snow from
blowing into engine compartment when parked. Snow may
melt and later form ice to jam engine controls.
NOTE
Do not idle engine for more than 15 minutes.
(1)
Park in sheltered area out of wind if possible. Park so vehicle does not face
into the wind if sheltered area is not available.
(2)
Park vehicle with wood planks, brush, mats, or canvas under wheels if a
long shutdown period in open area is anticipated.
CAUTION
Do not apply parking brake. Doing this may cause brakeshoes
to freeze to brakedrum resulting in damage to parking brake
system.
(3)
Stop vehicle and engine. Refer to para. 2-17.
(4)
Place chocks in front or behind wheels if parking on a grade.
CAUTION
Water must be drained from fuel filters, air reservoirs, and
fuel tank as soon as possible after operation in extreme cold.
Failure to do this may cause water to freeze resulting in
damage to fuel and air systems.
f. After Operation.
(1)
Perform after operation PMCS. Refer to table 2-2.
(2)
Notify your supervisor to drain water from fuel tank. Fill fuel tank.
WARNING
Alcohol used in alcohol evaporator is flammable, poisonous,
and explosive. Do not add alcohol while smoking or near fire,
flames, or sparks. Do not drink alcohol. Doing this may result
in injury or death to personnel.
(3)
Check fluid level in alcohol evaporator, if installed. Refer to para. 2-6c. Add
methyl alcohol, appendix D, item 14, as required.
(4)
Remove all ice and snow from underside of vehicle, air cleaner intake, and
fuel tank.
(5)
Operate power plant heater for short standby periods, if installed. Refer to
para. 2-48e. If power plant heater will not be used or is not installed, notify your
supervisor to store batteries in a warm place.
(6)
Reinflate tires to proper operating pressure if deflated. Refer to
para. 3-14f.
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