TM-9-2320-435-10

TRUCK, COMMON BRIDGE TRANSPORT (CBT), 8X8, M1977

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

JUNE 2009

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PREPARATION FOR USE - Continued

2 in. (6.7 m) above the loading area. Failure to conduct a site survey

could cause the vehicle to slip, turn over, crash into an obstruction,

or contact power lines. Failure to comply may result in injury or death

to personnel.

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Unloading the BAP without disengaging hold-down locks may result

in injury or death to personnel.

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Water velocity should not be greater than 8 ft. (2.4 m) per second.

Refer to TM 5-5420-290-12 for water velocity requirements for all

launch conditions. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to

personnel.

1.

A site survey must be conducted to ensure the site meets the criteria cited in the

warning above.

OPERATION

NOTE

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This procedure is a two soldier task.

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In case of emergency while the remote control unit is in use, push the

emergency stop switch to shut down operation of the LHS.

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During all vehicle operations, the operator will drive and be

responsible for the operation of the LHS cab control box. The

assistant acts as a ground guide and will be responsible for directing

the operator using hand signals, operating the remote control box and

winch, and assisting the operator as needed.

1.

Secure winch frame to the BAP. Ensure both winch frame locking levers (1) are in the

up position.

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