TM 9-2350-247-10
PERFORM PRE-FORDING OPERATIONS
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THIS WORK PACKAGE COVERS:
Perform Pre-Fording Operations (page 0042 00-1).
INITIAL SETUP:
Maintenance Level
Operator
Tools and Special Tools
Socket Wrench Adapter (WP 0082 00, Item 1)
Socket Wrench Handle (WP 0082 00, Item 27)
Personnel Required
Driver
Crew
Equipment Condition
Engine stopped (WP 0023 00), (WP 0024 00)
Carrier blocked (WP 0038 00)
PERFORM PRE-FORDING OPERATIONS
WARNING
Water will enter carrier during water operation when components are not properly installed.
Carrier may sink, Death may result. Make sure all access covers, drain covers and drain plugs
are in place, straight and tight. Be sure fuel filler cap is sealed.
WARNING
Personnel could be killed or injured if carrier moves with someone under it. Make sure engine
is stopped, parking brake is set or steering levers locked, and carrier tracks blocked before
crawling under carrier.
NOTE
Before fording carrier, make sure heater access cover, hull access cover, drain covers, or float
valves, final drive drain plugs and fuel filler cap are in place and tight. Use socket wrench
handle and adapter to check or install final drive drain plugs.
1.
Remove lower hull access cover and inspect gasket. If gasket is missing or damaged, notify unit maintenance. Install
access cover securely.
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