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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OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
TOW M1070 - REAR LIFT
INITIAL SETUP:
Personnel Required
Operator and Assistant - - - (2)
HOOKUP
NOTE
Each recovery situation is unique and requires assessment to
determine if the driveline is suitable for transport. When in doubt,
consult with field level maintenance.
This procedure is a two soldier task.
1.
Review procedures for operating retrieval towing system (WP 0058) and prepare
retrieval system for operation. (WP 0059)
WARNING
Do not conduct lift and tow operations on side slopes in excess of
25%. Vehicle may roll over. Failure to comply may result in vehicle
rollover and or death to personnel and damage to equipment.
Air suspension system may still be pressurized even though air
gauge reads 0 psi (0 kPa). Air suspension will drop when air line is
removed. Remove air line slowly to allow air to escape. Stay clear of
suspension. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to
personnel.
2.
Set PARKING BRAKE and chock wheels on disabled vehicle (refer to disabled
vehicle's operator's manual).
NOTE
Disabled vehicle air suspension is drained and lowered to gain extra
axle to ground clearance when rear of vehicle is lifted.
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