TM 9-2320-360-10
NOTE
Prepare HET Tractor as described in FM 9-207 before operating in
cold environment. Refer to FM 31-70, FM 31-71, and FM 21-305 for
additional information on operation in cold environment
CAUTION
Before using winch system, hydraulic oil must be warmed
whenever temperatures are below 32F (0C). Failure to comply
may result in damage to winch pump.
aa. Warm up winch system before operating.
(3) Operate at idle for 15 minutes.
(6) Pay winch cable out and in one drum revolution on all three winches (p ara 2-19).
ab. Drive HET Tractor 3-5 miles (5-8 km) before activating CTI system.
NOTE
The CTI system should be in ON position only when parked during
cold start in cold environments. CTI will adjust tire pressures
during warm up period while HET Tractor is parked.
(1)
Move CTI switch to OFF position before moving HET Tractor (para 2-13).
(2)
Drive HET Tractor 3-5 miles (5-8 km).
(3)
Move CTI switch to ON position and select appropriate terrain position (para 2-13).
CAUTION
Avoid using LOW transfer case with transmission selector in 1 (first
range). If using LOW transfer case & 1 (first range), do not exceed
1200 RPM when starting from a stop. If the tractor does not move
prior to reaching 1200 RPM, do not continue to increase engine
RPM. Failure to comply may result in driveline damage.
b. Set transmission range selector (2) to 1 position and TRANSFER CASE shift lever (3) to HIGH
position. Drive HET Tractor at the lowest possible speed to warm driveline components and tires.
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