TM 9-2330-297-14&P
PREPARATION FOR USE - CONTINUED
INSTALLATION OF 20-FOOT CONTAINER ON SEMITRAILER CHASSIS
CAUTION
Twist locks must be in unlocked position when installing container on semitrailer chassis.
NOTE
Do steps 1 thru 3 if twist locks are in locked position. Container is secured to semitrailer with
four twist locks.
1. Lift plunger handles (1).
2. Rotate stem handles (2) counterclockwise one-quarter turn.
3. Engage plungers (3) into holes of stem handles (2).
4. Using a suitable hoist, place container (4) on semitrailer chassis (5) so corner fittings (6) can be secured by twist
locks (7).
CAUTION
Failure to maintain 1/4-inch (6.35-mm) clearance between twist lock head and container corner
fittings (when locked) will result in damage to twist locks by road shock as well as stress during
vehicle operation.
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