TM-9-2330-202-13-P
TRAILER, CARGO, 3/4-TON, 2-WHEEL: M101A1, M101A2 AND M101A3; TRAILER, CHASSIS, 3/4-TON, 2-WHEEL: M116A1 AND M116A2; TRAILER, CHASSIS, 1-TON, 2-WHEEL: M116A3
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR AND FIELD MAINTENANCE MANUAL INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST
DECEMBER 2011
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TOWING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Do not stand between prime mover and trailer when backing prime mover. Failure to comply
may result in death or injury to personnel. Seek medical attention in the event of an injury.
NOTE
Refer to TC 21-305-20 for further information on proper towing practices.
1.
DRIVING
CAUTION
Sudden stops may cause drawbar to bend or buckle and may cause damage to hydraulic
brake actuator assembly. Failure to comply may result in damage to, or destruction of,
equipment or mission.
a.
When trailer is coupled, always start and stop prime mover slowly and gradually. Do this whether or not
trailer is loaded.
b.
Sudden and fast acceleration will cause hydraulic brakes to apply.
c.
Never exceed maximum speed of 50 miles per hour (80 kph) highway and 6 miles per hour
(10 kph) cross-country.
d.
When driving prime mover and trailer, overall length of unit must be kept in mind when turning and passing
other vehicles. Because unit is hinged in the middle, turning and backing are also affected. Heavier
payloads will increase stopping distance and decrease off-road maneuverability.
2.
TURNING
CAUTION
Tight turns may cause damage to hydraulic brake actuator assembly. Failure to comply
may result in damage to, or destruction of, equipment or mission.
a.
When turning corners, allow for the fact that trailer wheels turn inside the turning radius of prime mover.
b.
To make a right turn at an intersection, drive prime mover partway into intersection, then cut sharply to
the right. This will allow for turning radius of trailer to keep trailer wheels off the curb.
3.
BACKING
CAUTION
Jackknifing when backing may cause damage to hydraulic brake actuator assembly.
Failure to comply may result in damage to, or destruction of, equipment or mission.
a.
Always back prime mover slowly and gradually.
b.
Whenever possible, have an assistant driver or another person act as a ground guide.
c.
Adjust all prime mover rearview mirrors before backing.
d.
When backing, rear of trailer will move in opposite direction in which prime mover is turned. When prime
mover is turned to the right, rear of trailer will go left. When prime mover has turned and backing in a
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