TM-9-2320-432-10

TRUCK, CARGO, 8X8, M985

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

JUNE 2009

TM-9-2320-432-10 - Page 512 of 1076

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 (WP 0149) 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.