TM-9-2350-256-10
RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL TRACKED: MEDIUM, M88A1
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OCTOBER 2014
TM-9-2350-256-10 - Page 128 of 796
NORMAL DRIVING
CAUTION
•
Sudden turns on smooth level ground can throw track. Make slow pivot turns.
Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
•
Do not use brakes if vehicle throws a track while driving. Let off accelerator and
coast to a stop. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
1.
Push hand throttle (Figure 1, Item 1) all the way in so engine is at idle (825 to 875 rpm).
2.
Hold brake pedal down and shift transmission shift selector (WP 0012) to desired gear.
3.
Release brake pedal and accelerate to desired speed.
CAUTION
•
Do not downshift from 3rd gear to 2nd gear above 12 mph (19.3 km/h). Failure to
comply may result in damage to equipment.
•
Do not downshift from 2nd gear to 1st gear above 5 mph (8.04 km/h). Failure to
comply may result in damage to equipment.
4.
Shift from 1st gear to 2nd gear when going faster than 5 mph (8.04 km/h).
5.
Shift from 2nd gear to 3rd gear when going faster than 12 mph (19.3 km/h).
NOTE
If starting on an uphill grade, apply power with accelerator before releasing brake. This will
avoid rolling backward.
6.
Steer vehicle in desired direction (WP 0013).
7.
Check gauge panel (WP 0004) frequently while driving.
8.
Perform during PMCS (WP 0097) operator tasks.
Figure 1.
Hand Throttle.
END OF TASK
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