TM 9-2320-269-10
EXTREME COLD WEATHER - CONTINUED
At Halt or Parking
1.
for short halts, or shutdown periods, park the M876 truck in a sheltered spot out of the wind. If no shelter is
available, park so the M876 truck does not face Into the wind.
2.
For long shutdown periods and if high ground is not available, prepare a footing of brush, tree limbs or planks
to keep the tires out of ice, snow, water or mud. Chock (wheel blocks) in place, if necessary.
WARNING
Be sure the hose nozzle on the container contacts fuel tank filler tube on fuel tank, to carry off static
electricity that could Ignite fuel and cause serious Injury to personnel.
3.
Refuel Immediately in order to reduce condensation in fuel tanks. Before refueling, open fuel tank drain and
drain off any accumulated water.
NOTE
When checking tire pressures, do not reduce pressure when tires are hot. Check tires when they are
cold.
4.
Under extreme cold conditions (below -25F) (-34C) when parking overnight, check tire pressure. Inflate
underinflated tires to prevent flat spot freeze. See page 240 for correct tire pressures.
5.
Place all control levers into NEUTRAL positions to prevent freezing in the ENGAGED position.
6.
Drain the air reservoir tanks to remove accumulated water.
7.
If no power plant heater is present, notify organizational maintenance to remove and store them in a warm
place.
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