TM-9-2350-256-10

RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL TRACKED: MEDIUM, M88A1

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

OCTOBER 2014

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VEHICLE RECOVERY OPERATIONS

INITIAL SETUP:

Tools and Special Tools

Shackle, 2-in. dia

(WP 0132, Table 1, Item 47)

Shackle, 7/8-in. dia

(WP 0132, Table 1, Item 44)

Shackle, 1-1/4-in. dia (2)

(WP 0132, Table 1, Item 45)

Snatch block, 10 ton

(WP 0132, Table 1, Item 4)

Snatch block, 25 ton

(WP 0132, Table 1, Item 5)

Snatch block, 90 ton

(WP 0132, Table 1, Item 6)

Materials/Parts

Leather gloves (WP 0133, Table 1)

Personnel Required

Crewman (3)

References

FM 4-30.31 (WP 0131)

Prepare main hydraulic system for operation

(WP 0073)

Main winch operation (WP 0080)

Spade operation (WP 0075)

Starting main engine (WP 0010)

WARNING

Ensure all personnel stay clear during lifting and lowering operations. Load may fall, swing,

or shift. Failure to comply may result in personnel death or injury.

CAUTION

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Minimum engine speed for winching is 1,000 rpm. Engine speed for normal

operating conditions is 1,800 rpm. Engine speed should be increased to a

maximum of 2,000 rpm during hot weather or continuous operation. Failure to

comply may result in damage to equipment.

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Do not exceed the main winch capacity of 45-ton (40.823 metric ton) single line

pull or 90-ton (81.646 metric ton) double line pull. Failure to comply may result in

damage to equipment.

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Start payout of the main winch slowly. Fast initial payout can cause the cable to

unspool. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.

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