TM-9-2320-387-10 HMMWV Operator Manual Download

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TM 9-2320-387-10 Change 1 2-85 1 2 3 b. Towing Vehicle from Front (Front Wheels Up). NOTE Towing operations for M1113 and M1114 are basically the same. Ensure that towbar is connected to towing brackets as shown in illustration. (1) Attach towbars (2) to brackets (10) and to wrecker towing pintle. CAUTION Ensure that wrecker hoisting boom and hook are centered over the lifting shackles. Failure to do this may result in difficult turning during towing operations. Ensure safety chain is connected correctly to vehicles equipped with a front winch. Failure to do so may result in damage to front winch. (2) Install chain assembly (8) through lifting shackles (7) and attach chain assembly (8) to the wrecker’s hoisting hook (9). (3) Secure safety chain (5) to towed vehicle’s frame and to wrecker directly behind the bumper. Let safety chain (5) dip to about 1 ft (30.5 cm) from the ground. 9 8 7 2 5 10 6 5 4