TM-9-2350-238-10
RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL-TRACKED: LIGHT, ARMORED, M578
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
APRIL 1990
TM-9-2350-238-10 - Page 11 of 291
TM 9-2350-238-10
FUEL
Diesel fuel is FLAMMABLE. DO NOT smoke in vicinity while servicing fuel
system.
TRANSMISSION
If transmission is overfilled or reservoir is full, pressure may build up in transmis-
sion and cause violent eruption of oil when transmission oil level dipstick is
removed.
AIR FILTER
Always wear protective goggles and stand upwind of blast when using com-
pressed air to clean air filters.
GAS-PARTICULATE FILTER UNIT
Do not remove contaminated filters from the filter unit. Notify NBC unit
maintenance officer assigned to remove and dispose of contaminated filters.
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas and can cause personal injury and possible
death. The M8A2 or M8A3 gas-particulate filter unit will not protect against car-
bon monoxide. If you have symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, seek im-
mediate medical help. Keep area adequately ventilated.
Contaminated air filters (NBC) must be handled using adequate precautions
(refer to FM 3-87) and must be disposed of by authorized personnel.
COOLANT
Do not remove radiator caps on an overheated engine.
Do not attempt to drain coolant from a hot engine.
TRACK
Be sure fixtures are seated properly when replacing or repairing track; injury to
personnel may result if fixtures fall off.
MACHINE GUN
Make certain machine gun is clear of ammo and barrel is free of obstructions
before doing PMCS procedures.
TOW
Place transmission shift lever in neutral and lock brakes on both vehicles before
removing tow bar.
Do not depress accelerator on towed vehicle and do not exceed 10 miles per
hour when tow starting vehicle.
Do not attempt to tow-start an M110A2 with the recovery vehicle. Use another
M110A2 vehicle. The M110A2 cannon and muzzle brake will not clear the
M578 cab.
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