TM-9-2320-334-13&P LHST Operator, Field and Parts Manual M1147A1 Trailer Download
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TM 9-2330-334-13&P OPERATION IN EXTREME COLD, 0006 00 -26° F TO -65° F (-32° C TO -54° C) 0006 00-1 INITIAL SETUP: Maintenance Level: References: Operator FM 9-207 FM 31-70 FM 31-71 FM 21-305 GENERAL The LHST is designed for use in a wide range of conditions. The paragraphs in this work package provide the data and procedures to be used by the Operator when operating the LHST in extreme cold. Items covered include operation in extreme cold and at-halt parking. OPERATION IN EXTREME COLD WARNING Do not touch extremely cold metal (below -26° F (-32° C)). Bare skin may freeze to cold metal. Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel. CAUTION • Before operating ensure the LHST 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. • Park in shelter when possible. If shelter is not available, park so LHST does not face into wind. Follow procedures in FM 9-207 to prevent LHST from freezing in place. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment. • All snow and ice should be removed from LHST as soon as possible. Snow and ice may slow or prevent movement of equipment. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment. 1. Caution must be taken when placing LHST in operation after a shutdown. Hardened lubricants can cause part failure. 2. Check that tires have not frozen to ground or have a flat spot if they are under inflated. 3. Test braking to ensure that brake shoes are not frozen to brake drums. 4. Refer to FM 9-207 and FM 21-305 for special instructions on driving hazards in snow and ice that may be encountered during extremely cold weather conditions.