TM-9-2350-256-10

RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL TRACKED: MEDIUM, M88A1

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

OCTOBER 2014

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DRIVING OVER ROUGH, SOFT, OR HILL TERRAIN

1.

Ensure hatches are in the locked position (WP 0025) and all equipment is properly stowed (WP 0065).

2.

Drive slowly over rough terrain using 1st gear.

3.

Make wide slow turns in soft terrain using 1st gear to keep from throwing a track.

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DRIVING UP STEEP GRADES

NOTE

LEFT and RIGHT TANK FUEL CONTROL VALVES may have to be closed to prevent fuel

from draining into the rear tanks and starving the fuel pump.

1.

Slow vehicle to 5 mph (8.04 km/h) or slower and shift transmission shift selector (WP 0012) into 1st gear.

2.

Depress accelerator for power needed to climb grade as soon as vehicle starts to climb.

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CROSSING A DITCH, SHELL HOLE, OR TRENCH

WARNING

Approach an obstruction or obstacle head-on when possible. Warn crew members to brace

themselves. Secure hatches and doors. Failure to comply may result in personnel death

or injury.

1.

Slow vehicle to 5 mph (8.04 km/h) or slower and shift transmission shift selector (WP 0012) to 1st gear.

2.

Depress the accelerator for power needed to climb out of the ditch as soon as vehicle reaches the bottom

and starts to climb.

END OF TASK

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