WARNING SUMMARY - Continued
WARNING
TIRE OPERATION
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Operating a vehicle with a tire in an overinflated or underinflated
condition, or with a questionable defect, may lead to premature
tire failure. Ensure tire has proper tire pressure. Failure to comply
may result in injury or death to personnel.
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When inflating tires mounted on the vehicle, all personnel must
remain out of trajectory of the side ring and lock-ring as shown
by the areas indicated. Failure to follow proper procedures may
result in serious injury or death to personnel.
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Failure to place wheel/tire assembly in safety cage prior to initial
inflation could result in serious injury or death to personnel.
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When a wheel/tire is in a restraining device, do not rest or lean
any part of body or equipment on or against the restraining
device, or injury or death could result.
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While changing tires or while performing tire maintenance, stay
out of the trajectory path. Failure to comply may result in injury
or death to personnel.
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Always use an inflation hose with an in-line gauge and a clip-on
chuck when inflating tires. The gauge and valve must be mounted
a minimum of 10 ft (3.10 m) away from air chuck.
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Tire is heavy. Brace tire to ensure tire will not fall over on you or
on others. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to
personnel.
TM 9-2330-342-10
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