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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

TOW M1070 - REAR LIFT

INITIAL SETUP:

Personnel Required

Operator and Assistant - - - (2)

HOOKUP

NOTE

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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.

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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

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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

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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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