TM-9-2320-429-10

TRUCK, TANK, 8X8, M978

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

JUNE 2009

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OPERATOR MAINTENANCE

DRIVE VEHICLE FORWARD

INITIAL SETUP:

Not Applicable

PREPARE VEHICLE

NOTE

If vehicle has less than 500 miles (805 km), check controls and indicators

often during operation and listen for unusual noises or vibrations. Notify

field level maintenance of any problems.

1.

Remove and stow wheel chocks. (WP 0078)

2.

Ensure manhole cover is closed and latched.

3.

Ensure pump module doors are closed and latched. (WP 0086)

4.

Ensure tank module access ladder is secure in stowed position. (WP 0085)

5.

Adjust seat and mirrors as needed. (WP 0080)

6.

Adjust air-ride seat and mirrors as needed. (WP 0082)

7.

Adjust three-point seatbelt as needed. (WP 0081)

8.

Adjust four-point seatbelt as needed. (WP 0083)

9.

Start engine. (WP 0043)

10.

Turn on lights as required.

WARNING

Do not press service brake treadle hard three or four times in a row. Air

supply will be used up and service brakes will not work until air is built up

again. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

11.

Ensure both needles (red and green) AIR PRESS gauge (1) read at least 100 psi (690

kPa) before driving vehicle.

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