TM-9-3990-260-14-P
CONTAINER ROLL-IN/OUT PLATFORM (CROP) MODEL M3 AND MODEL M3A1
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL (INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST)
JULY 2001
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Solvent cleaning compound (MIL-PRF-680) can cause eye and skin irritation. Wear pro-
tective rubber gloves and chemical splash goggles or faceshield to avoid skin or eye con-
tact. Use in a well ventilated area. First aid for skin contact: remove any contaminated
clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. First aid for eye contact: flush with
water for 15 minutes or until irritation subsides. If irritation persists, call a physician. If
overcome by vapors, move from exposed area and call a physician. In case of ingestion, do
not induce vomiting, call a physician immediately.
M3A1 CROP and load weighs up to 36,250 lbs (16,443 kg). Loaded M3A1 CROP on PLS
truck or trailer must not exceed 36,250 lbs (16,443 kg).
A-frame assembly weighs 400 lbs (182 kg). Do not stand under the A-frame assembly
when raising or lowering. Use the aid of a suitable lifting device when raising or lowering
the A-frame during replacement procedures. Failure to comply may result in serious injury
or death to personnel.
The A-frame assembly must be laying on back, or folded forward to horizontal position, to
ensure it does not shift after the last rear pin is removed. Failure to comply could result in in-
jury to personnel.
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Underneath the CARC paint, the M3A1 CROP is completely galvanized with zinc.
Zinc fumes, released by the burning of the zinc during welding repairs, are extremely
toxic. Welding personnel must exercise extreme caution or wear respirators, when
performing welding repairs.
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Use respirator when removing paint, primer, and galvanizing with an oxyacetylene
torch because of the toxic gases.
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