TM-9-2320-366-10-2 MTV Operator Manual M1083 Series - Volume 2 Download
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TM 9-2320-366-10-2 2-78. VEHICLE OPERATION IN COLD ENVIRONMENT 32°F TO -25°F ( 0°C TO -32°C) a. Cold Environment Operations. WARNING • Wear arctic clothing when cab temperatures fall and remain below 30° F (-1° C). Cold stress preventative measures in FM 21-10 should be applied when vehicle cab temperatures fall and remain below 30° F (-1° C). Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death to personnel. • When operating the vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, apply the brake pedal momentarily, every few miles. This will ensure that brake linings do not become encrusted with snow or ice. Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel or damage to equipment. CAUTION • Before operating ensure the vehicle has been prepared for cold weather environment in accordance with FM 9-207. Refer to FM 31-70, FM 31- 71, and FM 21-305 for additional information on operation in cold environment. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment. • Monitor instrument panel gauges closely. If there are any unusual readings, stop vehicle and shut down engine. Check for cause immediately. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment. • Park in shelter when possible. If shelter is not available, park so vehicle does not face into wind. Follow procedures in FM 9-207 to prevent vehicle from freezing in place. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment. • Fuel filter should be drained before topping off fuel tank. Keep fuel tank as full as possible during cold weather operations. Moisture will form in fuel tank as it cools. Moisture will freeze and block fuel supply to engine. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment. • All snow and ice should be removed from vehicle as soon as possible. Snow and ice may slow or prevent movement of equipment. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment. (1) Install tire chains, as required (para 2-76a). (2) Notify Unit Maintenance to install Cold Weather Radiator Cover. 2-884 Change 1