TM 9-2320-279-10-2
M984A1 General Operating Procedures (Cont)
a. Prepare to Operate Heavy- duty Winch.
WARNING
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.
NOTE
Operation of heavy duty winch is a two-soldier task.
(1)
Start engine (para 2-11a or 2-11b).
(2)
Position vehicle on solid ground so tires have good traction. Position
vehicle for straight pull if possible.
(3)
Put transmission range selector (1 or 1.1) in N (neutral) position and
pull PARKING BRAKE control knob (2).
(4)
Set up beacon lights (para 2-26).
(5)
Set PTO ENGAGE switch (3) to ON. Indicator light (4) should come
on.
(6)
Push FRONT BRAKE APPLICATION knob (5).
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