TM-9-2330-342-10
PALLETIZED LOAD SYSTEM TRAILER (PLST) M1076 A1
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL
SEPTEMBER 2012
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OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
OPERATE IN COLD WEATHER ENVIRONMENT
INITIAL SETUP:
References
ATTP 3-97.11 (WP
0057)
References (cont.)
FM 9-207 (WP
0057)
TC 21-305-20 (WP
0057)
DRIVE ON MUD, SNOW, ICE, AND SLIPPERY SURFACES
CAUTION
•
Before operating trailer in severe cold environment, make sure it
has been prepared as described in FM 9-207 (WP
0057). Refer
to ATTP 3-97.11 (WP
0057) and TC 21-305-20 (WP
0057) for
additional information on operation in cold environment. Failure
to prepare trailer properly could cause damage to equipment.
•
Park in shelter when possible. If shelter is not available, park so
trailer does not face wind. Place planks or brush under wheels
so trailer will not freeze in place. Failure to park properly may
cause damage to trailer.
•
Drain air reservoirs after operation. Water in air system could
freeze and block system causing damage to equipment.
•
All snow and ice should be removed from trailer as soon as
possible or damage to equipment could result.
NOTE
Refer to vehicle Operator's manual (WP
0057) for detailed operation
procedures.
1.
Accelerate and decelerate the towing vehicle gradually.
2.
Keep towing vehicle speed as steady as possible after vehicle reaches desired speed.
3.
Turn vehicle and trailer slowly when on slippery surfaces.
4.
Steer vehicle and trailer away from ruts and large snow banks.
5.
Steer vehicle and trailer straight up and down hills if possible.
6.
Refer to vehicle Operator's manual (WP
0057) and select the appropriate
transmission range to go down medium grades.
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