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TRUCK, WRECKER, 8X8, M984A1

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

JUNE 2009

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OPERATOR MAINTENANCE

RETRIEVAL TOWING SYSTEM

INITIAL SETUP:

Not Applicable

INTRODUCTION

WARNING

The M984 Wrecker should not be operated at speeds over 15 MPH (24

km/hr) except on paved roads when the operator determines that the

vehicle being towed and the terrain allow safe operation. Engine brake

switch must ON for all towing operations. Speed in excess of the below

table may result in loss of control, serious injury, or death to personnel.

CAUTION

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Extreme care must be used when towing the disabled vehicle to

prevent further damage to disabled vehicle. Failure to comply may

result in damage to equipment.

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Both tow cylinders must be fully retracted before towing the disabled

vehicle, or damage to tow cylinders may result.

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Both rear towing shackles must be removed from rear tow eyes on

M984A wrecker before performing retrieval operations or damage to

tow cylinder may result.

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Ensure vehicle to be towed does not exceed wrecker maximum

weight restrictions. Operator should take into account vehicle to be

towed payload, and armor configuration - both of which may add a

significant amount of weight. Failure to comply may result in damage

to equipment.

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