TM-9-2350-256-10
RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL TRACKED: MEDIUM, M88A1
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OCTOBER 2014
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GENERAL
NOTE
Detailed decontamination procedures can be found in FM 3-11.3 (WP 0131), FM 3-11.4
(WP 0131), and FM 3-11.5 (WP 0131).
The following emergency procedures can be performed until field Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear
(CBRN) decontamination facilities are available. The M88A1 commander will supervise, assign crew duties, and
assist in supporting CBRN unit. For location of decontamination equipment mounted on vehicle, refer to Stowage
and Decal/Data Plate Guide (WP 0065).
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
If CBRN attack is known or suspected, set air cleaner source intake to OUTSIDE (WP 0007). Mask at once and
continue mission. If inside, do not leave vehicle. If outside, follow decontamination procedures below to avoid
taking contamination into the vehicle. Do not unmask until told to do so.
1.
Nuclear Decontamination – Brush fallout from skin, clothing, and equipment with available brushes, rags,
and tree branches. Wash skin and have radiation check made as soon as tactical situation permits.
Instructions for the check are found in FM 3-11.5 (WP 0131).
2.
Biological Decontamination – Remain masked and continue mission until told to unmask. The M88A1 crew
has no method to detect or decontaminate biological agents.
3.
Liquid Chemical Agent Decontamination — If exposure to liquid agent is known or suspected, clean
exposed areas in the following order: skin, clothing, and personal gear. Use the buddy system. Wash
exposed skin and thoroughly decontaminate as soon as tactical situation permits.
END OF TASK
INTERNAL DECONTAMINATION
NOTE
•
Decontamination procedures take time. Do as much as you can, based on the
tactical situation.
•
If decontamination kits have been used or are not available, use soap and water.
If decontamination kits are available, use the decontamination kits to decontaminate the following areas:
1.
Control handles, levers, and switches used to operate crew stations.
2.
Steering and engine operating controls.
3.
Radios.
4.
Weapons.
5.
Inside doors and hatches.
END OF TASK
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