TM-9-2320-431-10-1

TRUCK, WRECKER, 8X8, M984A1

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL; PART 1 OF 2

JUNE 2009

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OPERATE GROVE CRANE IN SAND OR MUD
CAUTION
Take necessary precautions to ensure a firm footing for the crane
outriggers by using a field-expedient blocking underneath the outrigger
pads. Refer to FM 4-30.31 for additional information on vehicle recovery
operations.
NOTE
Lubricate outrigger bottom plate, boom wear pads, and exposed rotation
gears often when cranes are operating in dusty environment (refer to
PMCS - Semiannual procedures (Volume 2, WP 0186) for more
information).
1.
When operating a grove crane in a blowing sand environment, perform the following:
2.
Check gear teeth of rotation gear bearing and pinion for an accumulation of sand
within the lubricant.


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