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.
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End structure assembly dead weight is beyond two-man lift limit. The end structure
assembly is equipped with a rear pin and hex nut which secures the end structure and
serves as a friction device which aids in lowering the end structure assembly.
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Lowering operations must by conducted on level ground.
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Do not stand under end structure assembly when raising or lowering.
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Use an assistant when raising or lowering the end structure assembly to prevent seri-
ous injury to personnel.
M3 CROP and load weigh up to 36,250 lbs (16443 kg). Loaded M3 CROP on PLS truck
or trailer must not exceed 36,250 lbs (16443 kg). Attach suitable lifting device to avoid
serious injury or death to personnel.
The end structure assembly must be securely held by the assistant to ensure it does not
shift after the last rear pin is removed. Failure to comply could result in injury to personnel.
Support roller during removal or roller may drop causing injury to personnel.
Use a respirator when removing paint, primer, and galvanizing with an oxyacetylene torch
because of the toxic gases.
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