TM-9-2320-431-10-1
TRUCK, WRECKER, 8X8, M984A1
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL; PART 1 OF 2
JUNE 2009
TM-9-2320-431-10-1 - Page 641 of 1244
HOOKUP - Continued
30.
Push in LIFT CYLINDER control lever (6) to retract lift cylinder (27) until adapters (15)
are against front springs (21).
NOTE
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Safety chains can be routed to towing shackles or safety chain hoop.
Towing shackles can be used only after tow cylinders are extended.
•
Adjust chain slack so safety chains just touch the ground.
•
Tow chains will act as safety chains when connected to wrecker.
31.
Route 12 ft. (3.6 m) tow chains (22) through safety chain hoop (29) and secure grab
hooks (30) with safety shackle (31).
32.
Wrap two springs (1) around cross tube (7) and secure.
33.
Prepare disabled vehicle for towing (refer to M1008 operator’s manual).
34.
Remove emergency tow lights (32) and two brackets (33) from stowage.
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