TM-9-2350-311-20-2
HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A2, M109A3, M109A4 AND M109A5
TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR CAB, ARMAMENT, SIGHTING AND FIRE CONTROL, ELEVATING AND TRAVERSING SYSTEMS AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS
DECEMBER 1993
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Change 2
2–23 STORAGE SITE
a.
Select the best available site for administrative storage. Separate stored equipment from equipment in use. Conspicu-
ously mark the area “Administrative Storage”.
b.
The preferred storage site for vehicles is in dry covered sheds. When it is necessary to store materiels outdoors, pro-
tect them against the elements as prescribed in TM 743–200.
c.
Open sites should be improved hardstand, if available. Unimproved sites should be firm, well-drained, and kept free of
excessive vegetation.
2–24 STORAGE PLAN
a.
Store equipment so as to provide maximum protection from the elements and to provide access for inspection, mainte-
nance, and exercising. Anticipate removal or deployment problems and take suitable precautions.
b.
Take into account environmental conditions, such as extreme heat or cold; high humidity; blowing sand, dust, or loose
debris; mud or soft ground; heavy snows; earthquakes; or combinations thereof, and take adequate precautions.
c.
Establish a fire plan and provide for adequate firefighting equipment and personnel.
2–25 AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT AND BASIC ISSUE ITEMS
Process auxiliary and basic issue items simultaneously with the howitzer to which they are assigned. If possible, store
auxiliary and basic issue items with the howitzer. If not stored with the howitzer, mark auxiliary and basic issue items with
tags indicating the howitzer, its registration or serial number, and location, and store in protective type closures. In addition,
place a tag or list indicating the location of the removed items in a conspicuous place on the howitzer.
2–26 GENERAL CLEANING, PAINTING, AND PRESERVATION
CAUTION
•
Do not direct water or steam under pressure against air cleaners, M2A2 air purifiers in
M109A4/M109A5 howitzers, air duct outlets, exhaust outlets, unsealed electrical systems, fire
control instruments, upholstery, or any exterior opening which will damage a component.
•
No removal of rust or damaged paint by scraping, wire brushing, sanding, or buffing is author-
ized on cannon, fire control, or other armament components. Damage to components could
result.
a.
Clean the equipment of dirt, grease, and other contaminants in accordance with
para 2–12.
b.
After cleaning and drying, immediately coat unpainted metal surfaces with an oil or grease as appropriate.
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