TM-9-2320-435-10
TRUCK, COMMON BRIDGE TRANSPORT (CBT), 8X8, M1977
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL
JUNE 2009
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Keep boom clear of electrical powerlines and other obstacles. Do not
operate crane near overhead powerlines. Failure to comply will result
in death to personnel.
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Avoid quick, jerking, winch operation. Keep other personnel well
away from vehicles involved in winching operations. A snapped cable
or shifting load can cause serious injury or death.
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If possible, keep one hand away from equipment to reduce the hazard
of current flowing through vital organs of the body.
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Keep fingers clear of top of lift-hook. Failure to comply could result in
personnel injury.
WARNING
CARBON MONOXIDE (EXHAUST GAS) CAN CAUSE DEATH
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Carbon monoxide does not have color or smell and can cause death.
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Breathing air with carbon monoxide produces symptoms of
headache, dizziness, loss of muscular control, a sleepy feeling and
coma. Brain damage or death can result from heavy exposure.
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Carbon monoxide is in exhaust fumes of fuel-burning heaters and
internal combustion engines.
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Carbon monoxide can become dangerously concentrated under
conditions of no ventilation.
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Precautions must be followed to ensure crew safety when the
personnel heater or engine of any vehicle is operated for any
purpose. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.
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DO NOT operate vehicle engine in a closed place unless the place
has proper ventilation. Failure to comply may result in injury or death
to personnel.
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DO NOT drive any vehicle with inspection plates, cover plates, or
engine compartment covers removed unless necessary for
maintenance purposes. Failure to comply may result in injury or death
to personnel.
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BE ALERT at all times during vehicle operation for exhaust odors and
exposure symptoms. If either odor or exposure symptoms are
present, IMMEDIATELY VENTILATE personnel compartments. If
symptoms continue, remove affected crew to fresh air and keep
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