TM 9-2330-386-14&P
2 - 1 6 PREPARATION FOR USE (CONT) .
a.
Positioning
Wheel
Chocks.
(1) Unhook snap hook (1) from chain (2).
(2) Remove wheel chocks (3) from stowage brackets (4).
(3) Place front wheel chocks (3) in front of tires.
(4) Place rear wheel chocks (3) behind rear tires.
b. Coupling
Semitrailer
to
Towing
Vehicle.
WARNING
Do not tow the M871A2 with the M52, M52A1, or M52A2 truck
tractor. The M52 five ton truck tractor's inherent design
capabilities are not compatible with the semitrailer, and if
used would result in a serious compromise to the safety of
p e r s o n n e l and equipment.
B e sure all personnel stand clear of the towing vehicle and
semitrailer during coupling operations.
NOTE
C a n be towed by M915 for improved highway use only, or the
M 8 1 8 , M931 series, and M932 series for either highway or
off-road.
(1) Aline towing vehicle with semitrailer kingpin (1).
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