TM-9-2320-280-10 HMMWV Operator Manual Download
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TM 9-2320-280-10 SECTION II. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES 2-3. GENERAL A permanent record of the services, repairs, and modifications made to these vehicles must be recorded. (Army) See DA Pam 738-750 for a list of the forms and records required and how to complete them. (Marine Corps) Refer to TM 4700- 15/1 series. 2-4. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS a. Cleaning is an after operation service performed by the operator/crew to keep the vehicle in a state of readiness. Facilities and material available to operators for vehicle cleaning can vary greatly in differing operating conditions. However, vehicles must be maintained in as clean a condition as available cleaning equipment, materials, and tactical situations permit. WARNING • Drycleaning solvent is flammable and will not be used near an open flame. A fire extinguisher will be kept nearby when the solvent is used. Use only in well-ventilated places. Failure to do this may result in injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment. • Protective gloves, clothing, and/or respiratory equipment must be worn whenever caustic, toxic, or flammable cleaning solutions are used. Failure to do this may result in injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment. CAUTION • Do not allow cleaning compounds to come into contact with rubber, leather, vinyl, or canvas materials. Damage to equipment will result. • Do not use compressed air when cleaning vehicle interiors. Damage to equipment will result. • Do not allow water to enter air cleaner assembly air intake weathercap. Damage to engine will occur. NOTE Remember to clean windshield wipers of debris on a regular basis to ensure proper vision. b. Cleaning Materials . Detailed descriptions of specific cleaning compounds, cleaning solvents, drycleaning solutions, and corrosion-removing compounds are found in TM 9-247. c. General Guidelines. Table 2-1 provides a general guide of cleaning materials used in removing contaminants from various parts of the vehicle. 2-60