TM 9-2320-279-10-2
M984E1 General Operating Procedures (Cont)
NOTE
Adjust chain slack so cross chains just touch the ground.
Cross chains can be routed to towing shackles or
safety chain hoop. Towing shackles can be used only
when tow cylinders are extended.
Cross chains will act as safety chains when connected
to wrecker.
(32) Route two 12-ft (3.5 m) cross chains (30) through safety chain hoop (33)
on wrecker and secure grab hooks (34) with safety shackle (35).
(33) Wrap two springs (1) around crosstube (7) and secure.
(34) Prepare disabled vehicle for towing (refer to M1008 operator's manual).
(35) Remove emergency tow lights (36) and two brackets (37) from stowage.
(36) Install two brackets (37) in center holes of emergency tow lights with
two screws (38), washers (39), and nuts (40).
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