TM 9-2330-386-14&P
2-20 PREPARATION FOR MOVEMENT (CONT) .
(3) Install two tubes (4) in bulkhead (8), with camouflage patterns matched.
(4) Swing bulkhead extension (5) up and slide tubes (4) into flange at top of
bulkhead extension (5).
(5) Install front pins (3) to secure tubes (4).
(6) Install wing panels (2) and side pins (1).
Section IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
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Operation in Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in Extreme Cold . . . . .
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Operation in Extreme Heat . . . . .
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Operation in Mud or Sand . . . . . . . . .
O p e r a t i o n in Rainy or Humid
Operation on Rocky Terrain . . . . . . .
Fording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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O p e r a t i o n in Salt Water Areas .
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Operation with Air Brake Failure
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2-21 OPERATION IN EXTREME COLD.
a. O p e r a t i o n .
(1) Be careful when placing the semitrailer in motion after a shutdown.
(2) Tires may freeze to the ground or have a flat spot if under inflated.
( 3 ) Brake shoes may freeze to the brake drums and need to be heated to prevent
d a m a g e to mating surfaces.
( 4 ) Refer to FM 9-207 and FM 21-305 for special instructions on driving
h a z a r d s in snow and ice that may be encountered during extreme cold
weather conditions.
b . A t - H a l t o r Parking.
(1) For short shutdown periods, park in a sheltered spot out of the wind.
(2) For long shutdown periods, if high, dry ground is not available, prepare a
footing of planks or brush.
(3) Remove all buildup of ice and snow as soon as possible after shutdown.
(4) Cover and shield the semitrailer with canvas covers if available. Keep the
ends of covers off the ground to keep them from freezing to the ground.
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