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f. After moving the semitrailer, remove the sling hook (4) from the lifting eye
(3).
g. Pull down the latch (2) and slide the lifting eye (3) into the housing (1)
until the latch (2) retracts.
Figure 2-29. Slinging
OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
Section IV.
Page
Fording
Operation in Extreme Cold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in Extreme Heat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in Mud . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in Rainy or Humid Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation on Rocky Terrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in Salt Water Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . ..
Operation with Air Brake Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-20.
Operation.
a.
(1) Be careful when placing the semitrailer in motion after a shutdown.
Congealed lubricants can cause part failure.
(2) Tires may be frozen to the ground or with a flat spot if they were
underinflated.
(3) Brake shoes may be frozen to the brake drums and will require preheating by
using a torch to avoid damage.
(4) Refer to FM 9-207 and FM 21-305 for special instructions on driving hazards
in snow and ice that may be encountered during extremely cold weather
conditions.
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