TM-9-2320-361-20
2-1/2-TON, 6x6, M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS (MULTIFUEL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE
OCTOBER 1991
TM-9-2320-361-20 - Page 5 of 1207
TM 9-2320-361-20
WARNING SUMMARY (Contd)
Always use hand throttle to control engine speed when operating winch. Avoid sudden changes in speed.
Rough, jerky operation may cause broken shearpins and snapped cables. Injury to personnel or damage
to equipment may result.
Never stand between test vehicles. Assistant must remain in secondary vehicle to engage service brake if
cable snaps or automatic brake fails. Failure to do this may result in injury to personnel.
Vehicle will become charged with electricity if A-frame contacts or breaks high voltage line. Do not
attempt to leave vehicle while high voltage line is in contact with A-frame or vehicle. Leaving the vehicle
may result in injury to personnel.
Do not remove slave receptacle before disconnecting battery ground cables. If energized battery cables
contact cab, a direct short will result and may cause injury to personnel.
Short, front flexible hydraulic brake lines are subject to failure during full steering travel and must be
replaced with new, longer flexible hydraulic brake lines P/N 7409330. Failure to do so may cause injury
or death to personnel. Refer to para. 8-16 for replacement.
Place support under radiator before removing support plates. Failure to do so may result in injury to
personnel and damage to equipment.
Stay clear of moving parts. Failure to do so may result in injury or death to personnel.
Improper cleaning methods and use of unauthorized cleaning solvents may injure personnel and damage
equipment. Refer to TM 9-247 for correct information.
Do not use compressed air or a dry brush for cleaning when working in areas of vehicle where asbestos
brake lining dust may accumulate. Remove asbestos dust and other residue from these areas using a soft
bristle brush or cloth soaked with water. Breathing asbestos dust may cause injury to personnel.
Ensure fuel shutoff valve is OFF and remove throttle cable before cranking engine. Failure to do so may
result in injury to personnel.
Do not place fingers between frame and crossmember while replacing mount. Doing so may result in
injury to personnel.
Bracket posts must be held in position before removing U-bolts. Failure to do so may result in injury to
personnel
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