TM-9-2350-256-10

RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL TRACKED: MEDIUM, M88A1

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

OCTOBER 2014

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CONNECTING TOW BAR - Continued

WARNING

Use extreme caution when moving vehicle into position. Ensure personnel stay out from

between vehicles while M88A1 is being positioned. Failure to comply may result in

personnel death or injury.

3.

Start main engine (WP 0010). Position M88A1 tow pintle (Figure 3, Item 1) in front of tow bar

(Figure 3, Item 2), then apply brakes, shift transmission shift selector (WP 0012) to Park (P) position to lock

brakes, and shut off engine (WP 0017).

WARNING

Ensure when connecting the tow bar between the disabled vehicle and recovery vehicle to

keep hands free of pintle until safe to close and secure it. Failure to comply may result in

personnel death or injury.

4.

Lift tow bar (Figure 3, Item 2) until it is at same height as tow pintle (Figure 3, Item 1).

5.

Open tow pintle (Figure 3, Item 1) (WP 0070).

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