TM 9-2320-279-10-2
M984E1 General Operation Procedures (Cont)
(45) Set POWER switch (40) to OFF position.
(46) Set POWER switch (43) to OFF position.
Set PTO ENGAGE switch (44) to OFF position.
(47)
Push in TRAILER AIR SUPPLY control (45).
(48)
Turn on service drive lights (para 2-10d).
(49)
Turn on emergency flashers on wrecker (para 2-44a) and disabled
(50)
vehicle.
(51) Push in PARKING BRAKE control (46) and select desired gear
(para 2-11e).
WARNING
The M984E1 should not be operated at speeds over 15 mph except on paved roads when the operator
determines that the vehicle being towed and the terrain allow safe operation. Engine brake switch must
be "ON" for all towing operations. The following are maximum safe speeds
Maximum speed, towed
Maximum speed, towed
Terrain
load above 50,000 lbs
load up to 50,000 Ibs
Condition
30
on road-level
35
20
on road-billy
30
15
off road
15
Speeds in excess of the above can result in loss of control, serious injury or death.
(52) Transport disabled vehicle.
