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M984E1 General Operating Procedures (Cont)
(13) Remove two 16-foot (5 m) safety chains (17) from stowage. Route chain
over walking beam (18) behind No. 1 axle (19) on disabled vehicle.
(14) Hook safety chain (17) together under walking beam (18).
(15) Repeat steps (13) and (14) for other side of disabled vehicle.
NOTE
Safety chains can be connected to rear tow shackles
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or safety chain hoop. Tow shackles can be used only
after tow cylinders are extended.
Adjust chain slack so chains are approximately 6 in.
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(150 mm) above the ground.
(16) Route two safety chains (17) through safety chain hoop (20) on wrecker
and secure grab hook (21) with safety shackle (22).
(17) Wrap two springs (23) around crosstube (5) and secure.
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