TM 9-2350-222-10-2
OPERATE UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS (PERFORM DEEP WATER FORDING)- Continued
Dip Test:
NOTE
Perform following test only if tactical conditions permit.
Make Sure:
Vehicle is prepared for fording and ready to enter water.
1.
Attach recovery vehicle winch cable to rear tow pintle (page 2-628).
2.
Close loader's hatch (page 2-154), keep commander's hatch open.
3.
Shift transmission to L (page 2-215).
4.
Drive vehicle into water slowly (3 to 4 mph) to keep water out of commander's hatch. Keep tension on recovery vehicle winch cable.
5.
Keep engine running at 1500 rpm.
6.
Increase engine speed to approximately 1700-1800 rpm on entering water to allow for engine loading.
7.
Adjust vehicle speed to keep recovery vehicle winch cable tight when driving in water.
8.
Apply brakes to slow vehicle (page 2-213).
9.
Check that engine temperature gage (located on driver's master control panel) is within green area.
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