TM-9-2350-274-BD M109 Battlefield Damage Assessment and Repair Download
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TM 9-2350-274-BD WARNING THIS TECHNICAL MANUAL CONTAINS NONSTAN- DARD MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. ALL NORMAL SAFETY PROCEDURES SHOULD BE OBSERVED WHEN THE TACTICAL SITUATION PERMITS. EXTRA CARE WILL BE TAKEN WHEN THE TACTICAL SITUATION REQUIRES PERFORMING MAINTENANCE WITH AM- MUNITION UP-LOADED AND WHEN FUELS AND LU- BRICANTSARE SPILLED IN HULL AND TURRET. WARNING RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL WARNING The antireflective coating on all infrared optics contains thorium fluoride which is slightly radioactive. The only potential hazard involves ingestion (swallowing or inhaling) of this material. Dispose of broken lens, etc. in accordance with AR 385-11. Heat Some procedures in this TM may expose personnel to extreme heat. Care should be taken to protect personnel by whatever means available. Change 1 a