TM-9-2320-430-10
TRUCK, TRACTOR, 8X8, M983
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL
JUNE 2009
TM-9-2320-430-10 - Page 206 of 868
CONNECT SEMITRAILER TO TRACTOR VEHICLE - Continued
2.
Pull out fifth wheel primary lock release handle (2).
3.
Push down fifth wheel tail ramps (3) so ramps are level with top surface of, guide
ramps (4).
4.
Prepare semitrailer for coupling (refer to applicable operator's manual).
CAUTION
Use wheel chocks when coupling tractor vehicle to semitrailer. Failure to
comply may result in damage to equipment.
NOTE
•
If semitrailer is parked on level ground; put one wheel chock in front
of tire on one side and one wheel chock in back of tire on other side
of tractor vehicle.
•
If semitrailer is parked uphill; place one wheel chock on each side of
semitrailer in back of tire.
•
If semitrailer is parked downhill; place one wheel chock on each side
of semitrailer in front of tire.
5.
Chock semitrailer wheels.
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