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(2) A battery will discharge faster if it is left standing for long periods at
high temperatures. If necessary to park for several days, tell organizational
maintenance to take out batteries and store them in a cool place.
d. Body and Chassis. In hot damp climates, corrosion takes place quickly, es-
pecially during rainy seasons. Check often for the following:
(1) Signs of pitting or paint blistering on metal surfaces.
(2) Signs of mildew, mold, or fungus on fabrics, rubber, and glass.
If you find signs of any of these, tell organizational maintenance.
Parking the Truck.
e.
(1) Do not park truck in the sun for long periods. Heat and sunlight will
shorten the life of tires. When possible, park under cover to keep truck from sun,
sand, and dust.
(2) Cover trucks not being used with tarpaulins if no other suitable shelter
is available. When entire truck cannot be covered, cover window glass to stop
etching of glass by sand, and cover engine compartment to keep out sand.
(3) Correct tire inflation.
Refer to table 2-5.
NOTE
When checking tire pressure do not let out air
if tire is hot.
OPERATION ON UNUSUAL TERRAIN.
Operation in Deep Snow or Mud.
a.
(1) Choose a FRONT TRANSMISSION position low enough to keep engine
speed above recommended minimum speed (rpm) without making the wheels spin.
(2) Take care to keep spinning wheels from becoming buried up to the axle
housing.
CAUTION
Do not let too much air out of tire so as to damage
equipment. Refill tires to recommended pressure
after emergency.
(3) If necessary, let some air out. Refer to table 2-5.
CAUTION
Do not drive with chains on only one wheel of a
driving axle. This may result in damage to the
tire or power train or both.
(4) Tire chains should be used at all times when driving in deep snow, mud,
or soft sand.
WARNING
Do not jam sticks or stones under a spinning
wheel. This can cause injury to personnel or
unnecessary tire wear.
