TM 9-2330-251-14&P
2-9. OPERATION IN EXTREME COLD (Con't).
Brakeshoes may freeze to brakedrum and will need to be heated to prevent damage (FM 9-207).
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e. When parking short term, park in a sheltered area out of the wind. When parking long term, place a
footing of planks or brush under the wheels and landing leg.
Remove all built-up snow or ice as soon as possible after operation.
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9. If available, use canvas covers to shield the trailer. Keep cover ends off the ground to keep them
from freezing to the ground.
2-10. OPERATION IN EXTREME HEAT.
Refer to Chapter 3, Section I for proper lubricants to use in extreme heat.
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b. Do not park the trailer in sunlight for long periods of time, Heat and sunlight shorten tire life, If
available, use canvas covers to shield the trailer,
2-11, OPERATION IN SANDY OR DUSTY AREAS.
a. Clean, inspect, and lubricate more often in sandy or dusty areas (Chapter 3, Section i),
b. Reduce tire pressure for emergency use on beach or desert sand. Return tire pressure to normal
after emergency operation (para 1-10).
2-12. OPERATION IN SALTWATER AREAS.
Saltwater causes rapid rust and corrosion to develop, Clean, inspect, and lubricate as soon as possible
after operation in saltwater area. Have organizational maintenance pack wheel bearings contaminated by
saltwater as soon as possible (Chapter 3, Section 1).
2-13. OPERATION IN SNOW.
Refer to FM 21-305 for special instructions on operating in snow,
2-14, OPERATION IN MUD.
Thoroughly clean, inspect, and lubricate as soon as possible after operation in mud, Have organizational
maintenance pack wheel bearings contaminated by mud as soon as possible (Chapter 3, Section 1),
2-15. FORDING.
a. Check bottom surface of stream or river. Do not ford if bottom surface is too soft.
b. After fording, apply the brakes a few times to help dry the brake linings. Ensure that the brakes are
operating properly before driving at normal speeds.
Lubricate the trailer in accordance with
c. Lubricate all unpainted surfaces with lubricating oil,
instructions in Chapter 3, Section 1,
d. Refer to TM 9-238 for deepwater fording information,
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