TM9-2330-358-14&P
OPERATION
2-17.
Loading the Semitrailer (Containerized Cargo).
a.
WARNING
Do not place any part of your body under a container
during the loading or unloading of the semitrailer.
Push lock assembly (1)
(1) Release handle (3, fig. 2-18) from latch (2).
upward.
(2) Turn handle (3) clockwise 900 to rotate twistlock bayonet (4) into loading
position.
(3) Load cargo container on the semitrailer.
(4) Check the mating of twistlock (4) into the container fitting.
(5) Rotate handle (3) clockwise 900 to rotate twistlock (4) into locked
position.
(6) Secure the handle (3) with latch (2).
WARNING
Do not tow the semitrailer with an unsecured cargo
container.
When transporting the 8 ft-6 in. commercial container,
the towing vehicle fifth wheel height must not exceed
50.4 in. (1.28 meters) in order to comply with the
157.48 in. (4 meter) overall height limit for USAREUR.
The M915 fifth wheel height meets this requirement.
(7) Check again to be sure the container is securely locked.
Twistlock Operation
Figure 2-18.
2-20
