TM-9-2320-433-10
TRUCK, CARGO, GUIDED MISSILE TRANSPORTER (GMT), 8X8, M985E1
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL
JUNE 2009
TM-9-2320-433-10 - Page 268 of 964
OPERATE CRANE - Continued
e.
Twist remote-control unit ON/OFF power switch (8) to ON position. Remote
indicator (10) will illuminate (indicator not applicable to 8108-2CD HIAB crane).
WARNING
Hearing protection is required for all personnel in immediate area
when vehicle engine is in high-idle mode. Failure to comply may
result in injury to personnel.
f.
Set ENGINE HIGH IDLE ON/OFF switch (1) to ON position.
g.
Push ENGINE HIGH IDLE LATCH switch (11) upward to LATCH position and
release. Engine speed will increase to approximately 1500 rpm.
CAUTION
Whenever the boom is being extended, the HOIST control lever must
be pushed down to allow at least 1 ft. (0.3 m) of space between the
boom extension sheave at the end of the boom and the snatch block.
Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
NOTE
•
If engine speed does not increase and maintain approximately
1500 rpm, move ENGINE HIGH IDLE ON/OFF switch to off
position and repeat Steps (f) and (g).
•
Crane control valves have variable speed capability. Moving a
lever slightly will cause slow movement of the crane function.
Moving the lever to its full travel will cause the crane function to
move faster.
h.
Check each of the five switch levers on remote-control unit (3) for proper
response and function (refer to HIAB crane front remote station and remote-
control system controls and indicators (WP 0026) for more information).
i.
Push remote-control ON/OFF power switch (8) to OFF position until ready to
use crane.
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