TM-9-2510-247-13-P

TM 9-2510-247-13&P

WARNING SUMMARY

WARNING

GENERAL

After washing the fifth wheel towing device, ensure appropriate breather valve is opened prior to operation

of the fifth wheel towing device. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

Improper cleaning methods and use of unauthorized cleaning liquids or solvents can cause injury or death

to personnel and damage equipment. To prevent this, refer to TM 9-247 for further instructions.

No personnel shall perform maintenance above or below the main frame without the main frame being

supported at the front by use of a jack stand or the prime mover.

Failure to comply may result in injury or

death to personnel.

WARNING

TRANSPORT

Ensure the top hydraulic pressure release valve is open prior to operating hydraulics. Failure to comply could

cause injury or death to personnel or damage to equipment.

Ensure the boom has sufficient overhead clearance prior to folding the boom into a vertical position. Failure

to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

DO NOT operate boom until mast is in track. Failure to comply could cause serious injury or death to

personnel or damage to equipment.

Visibility from the prime mover is significantly reduced when backing.

Proper procedures must be followed

and extreme caution used when backing to prevent injury or death to personnel or damage to equipment.

WARNING

FOLDING/UNFOLDING

Operators must take caution while folding the mast assembly to the vertical position. The transport leg

assembly does not stay locked in the vertical position. The handle will swing free and may cause injury or

death to personnel.

Ensure tool boxes are closed and the main frame is free of all unsecured items. Failure to comply may result

in injury or death to personnel.

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