TM 9-2320-279-10-2
M984E1 General Operating Procedures (Cont)
(4) Set HIGH IDLE switch (4) to ON. Engine idle should increase to
approximately 1500 rpm.
WARNING
Always wear heavy gloves when handling winch
cable. Never let cable run through hands. Frayed
cable can cut severely.
Do not operate winch with heavy-duty winch drum
q
guard open.
Do not place hands or feet near heavy-duty winch
drum or fairlead/tensioner sheave during heavy-duty
winch operation.
CAUTION
Do not allow other vehicles to run over heavy-duty
winch cable. Heavy-duty winch cable may be damaged.
(5) Soldier A moves WINCH control lever (5) to OUT and pays out winch
cable (6) while Soldier B routes cable to mired vehicle.
(6) Set HIGH IDLE switch (4) to OFF.