TM-9-2350-256-10
RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL TRACKED: MEDIUM, M88A1
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OCTOBER 2014
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EXTREME COLD WEATHER MAINTENANCE - Continued
e.
Plastic or Rubber Parts:
Any parts made of plastic or rubber materials must be handled carefully.
These become brittle in cold weather and may break due to vibration or handling. To prevent
insulation from cracking and causing short circuits, warm plastic or rubber insulation cables before
bending, and ensure all cables are secured in the vehicle.
f.
Vision Devices:
Do not expose vision devices to sudden changes in temperature. Equipment used
outside at low temperatures should stay outside to avoid fogging.
CAUTION
Do not allow weapon's recoil mechanism to freeze. Severe damage to the weapon
might result if the recoil mechanism is frozen.
g.
Armament:
•
Keep bore of machine gun and firing mechanism covered when not in use to prevent entrance
of snow.
•
Clean bore of the machine gun while barrel is still warm, if possible.
•
Exercise recoil mechanism frequently or it may stick. Refer to FM 3-22.65 (WP 0131) or
TM 9-1005-213-10 (WP 0131).
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