TM 9-2330-381-14
2-28. SINGLE WINCH LOADING AND UNLOADING (U.S.M.C. ONLY) (CONT)
NOTE
The Y-bar straps have a different bend angle on each end. Attach the ends with
the lesser bend angle (flatter) to the payload recovery eyes.
(11) Using two shackles (9), secure each Y-bar strap (8) to disabled payload upper recovery eyes (10).
(12) Using two people, position snatch block (2) between both Y-bar straps (8). Secure snatch block (2) in place
by installing bolt (7), nut (6), and pin (5).
WARNING
Observe the following precautions during the loading process:
If possible, provide ample clear space behind the disabled payload during loading
to protect personnel and prevent damage to equipment should cable break while
payload is being loaded.
All ground personnel must stand clear of winch cable except when handling or
injury to personnel may result.
Make sure winch cable is not kinked, devises are secured to winch cable, and
snatch block and shackles are in good condition and properly secured or injury to
personnel may result.
Make sure winch cable is inspected in accordance with TB 43-0142 or injury to
personnel may result.
Extreme caution should be exercised during any operation on a slope.
A ground spotter must stand off curbside of semitrailer and maintain visual
contact with the winch operator. The spotter must observe cable, snatch block,
shackles, and payload position during loading or injury to personnel may result.
During winch-on operations on a downgrade, the payload must be restrained from
the rear with some other vehicle to prevent possible loss of control of the payload
which can cause injury to personnel and damage to equipment.
Do not overload tractor winch. Know the ratings of the winch being used and any
protection devices (such as shear pins) or injury to personnel my result.
At no time during loading operations, while the payload is being pulled on with
winch, should personnel be on the semitrailer platform or injury to personnel may
result.
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