TM 9-2320-279-10-2
M984E1 General Operating Procedures (Cont)
a. Prepare Crane For Use.
WARNING
Do not operate crane unless outriggers are set up.
q
Vehicle could turn over causing serious injury or
death.
q Operate crane from left or right remote control
station if operator will not be able to see load at all
times during crane operation. Boom and load moving
out of control could cause serious injury or death.
Keep boom clear of all electrical lines and other
obstacles while operating crane. Serious injury or
death can result upon contact.
Excessive noise levels are present any time the
heavy-duty winch or crane is operating. Wear single
hearing protection (earplugs or equivalent) while
working around equipment while it is running.
Failure to do so could result in damage to your
hearing. Seek medical aid should you suspect a
hearing problem.
CAUTION
Beacon lights must be in lower (stowed) position before
operating crane. Damage to lights may result.
NOTE
Failure of hydraulic system will stop crane operation
and lock crane in place. If hydraulic system fails
during crane operation, refer to paragraph 2-48c.
If electrical system fails during crane operation, refer
to paragraph 2-88d for emergency shutdown
procedure.
(2) Start engine (para 2-11a or para 2-11b).
NOTE
Crane can operate on up to 5-degree side slope.
(3) Position vehicle on level ground so all loading and unloading can be
done from one position.
