TM-9-2350-261-10
CARRIER, M113A2, M577A2, M1064, M1068, M1059 AND M901A1
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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TM 9-2350-261-10
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual tells you how to use the M113A2, M1059, M1064, M1068, and M577A2 Armored Personnel Carriers.
Before starting a task or procedure, read HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL and DESCRIPTION AND USE OF OPERATOR’S
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS (WP 0004 00).
WHAT’S IN THE MANUAL — FRONT TO BACK
SUMMARY OF WARNINGS AND FIRST AID lists the Warnings and first aid information in this manual. The Warnings
cover hazards that could kill or injure personnel. Shorter versions of these warnings may appear in the task procedure.
TABLE OF CONTENTS lists the Work Packages for each chapter.
CHAPTER 1 covers General Information. It gives a brief description of the major parts and features of the carrier.
CHAPTER 2 covers Description and Function of Controls and Indicators.
CHAPTER 3 covers Operation Under Usual Conditions Work Packages.
CHAPTER 4 covers Operation Under Unusual Conditions Work Packages.
CHAPTER 5 covers Troubleshooting Work Packages.
CHAPTER 6 covers Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services, including Lubrication Instructions and Maintenance
Work Packages.
CHAPTER 7 provides supporting information for the Technical Manual. It includes the following Work Packages:
The REFERENCES Work Package (WP 0093 00) lists references to be used by personnel in operating and maintaining
the carriers. These references include technical manuals and other publications.
The COEI/BII Work Package (WP 0094 00) lists Components of End Item and Basic Issue Items. Components of End
Item are those items which are assembled and become a permanent part of the carrier. Basic Issue Items are items
needed to put the carrier in operation, operate it, and do emergency repairs.
The AAL Work Package (WP 0095 00) lists additional authorization items required to support the carrier during
operation.
The EXPENDABLE/DURABLE SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS LIST Work Package (WP 0096 00) lists expendable
supplies and materials that will be needed to operate and maintain the carrier.
The STOWAGE GUIDE Work Package (WP 0097 00) is a stowage guide for all removable equipment carried in and on
the carriers. This work package includes a guide to identification (ID) plates on the carriers.
The STANDARD LOAD PLAN Work Package (WP 0098 00) lists standard load plans for the carriers.
The INDEX is an alphabetical listing of all the major controls, procedures, indicators, systems, and subsystems covered in
this manual. Each entry is cross-referenced to the Work Package number and page number.
DA FORM 2028 is used to report errors and to recommend improvements for procedures in this manual. Three blank DA
Forms 2028 are in the back of this manual. A sample is provided to show you how to fill out the DA Form 2028.
The back cover includes a METRIC CONVERSION CHART that can be used to convert U.S. customary measurements to
their metric equivalents. Measurements in this manual are given in U.S. customary units with metric units in parentheses.
HOW TO USE THE WORK PACKAGES
How to find the Work Package you need
Pick a key word from the carrier part or system to be used. Look in the INDEX for this key word or the name of the action
you will perform. Turn to the Work Package and page indicated.
The INDEX lists each Work Package under one or more headings. For example, the Work Package titled ADJUST
DRIVER’S SEAT could be found under the two headings, “Driver,” and “Seat.”
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