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RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL TRACKED: MEDIUM, M88A1
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OCTOBER 2014
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OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE AFTER FORDING
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools
General mechanic's tool kit
(WP 0135, Table 1, Item 2)
Materials/Parts
General purpose lubricating oil Qty: AR
(WP 0134, Table 1, Item 45)
Grease, Automotive and Artillery (GAA) Qty: AR
(WP 0134, Table 1, Item 20)
Wiping rags Qty: AR (WP 0134, Table 1, Item 57)
References
Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) operation in all
conditions (WP 0042)
References (cont.)
DA Form 5988E (WP 0131)
Main engine air cleaner maintenance (WP 0119)
Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services
(PMCS) – monthly, including lubrication
instructions (WP 0100)
Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services
(PMCS) – weekly, including lubrication
instructions (WP 0099)
GENERAL
Although the vehicle housings are sealed to prevent leakage, water may enter, especially during submersion. The
following services should be performed when the vehicle is exposed to partial or total submersion, especially in
salt water.
MAINTENANCE AFTER FORDING
Check the following components after fording:
a.
Hull and Cab:
Drain and clean hull. Clean exposed surfaces and coat the unpainted metal parts with
general purpose lubricating oil. Annotate on the DA Form 5988E (WP 0131) about the exposed metal.
b.
Engine and Transmission:
Check the lubricant in the engine and transmission. If water or signs of
water are present, have maintenance drain and refill the assemblies with the correct lubricant.
c.
Suspension:
Clean and lubricate (WP 0100) all parts of the suspension. Apply lubricating oil
generously at each lubrication fitting to force out water.
d.
Batteries:
Check the batteries' electrolyte levels (WP 0099) to be sure that no water entered through
the vent caps. This is important if the vehicle was submerged in salt water. Annotate on the DA Form
5988E (WP 0131) that batteries have been submerged. Have maintenance check the specific gravity
and service the batteries.
e.
Electrical Connections:
Check all electrical connections for corrosion. Annotate on the DA Form
5988E (WP 0131) if corrosion is found. Have maintenance clean or repair electrical connectors.
f.
Auxiliary Power Unit:
Check oil for water contamination (WP 0099). If water or signs of water are
present, have maintenance drain and refill with correct lubricant. Start Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)
(WP 0042) and run under load until engine and generator assembly are free from residual moisture in
and around the unit.
g.
Fuel System:
Drain fuel tanks of any accumulated water.
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