TM 9-2350-247-10OPERATE WINCH (M548A1) — Continued 0030 00REEL IN WIRE ROPEWARNINGIf the winch wire rope snaps, it could injure or kill you. Keep clear of the winch wire rope whilethe winch is running.1. Pull out the clutch handle lock and move the drum clutch handle to engaged position. Check that the drum lock is inunlocked position. If the clutch handle doesn’t move easily, turn the drum a little by hand.NOTEThe winch won’t run with the carrier stopped and in gear.2. Lock the differential brakes. Place the transmission range selector in N range. Run engine at 650–700 rpm.NOTEIf the power takeoff gears don’t engage, push the control in and repeat Step 2 and Step 3.3. Place the transmission range selector in 2-3 range. Pull out the winch power takeoff control.4. Release the differential brakes. Push down the accelerator pedal nice and easy so the winch runs smoothly at a moderatespeed.5. If you need extra power, place the transmission range selector in 1 range.0030 00-3
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