TM-9-2350-311-10 M109 Operator's Manual for M109A2, M109A3, M109A4 and M109A5 Download

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TM 9-2350-311-10 Interval Before Table 2–1. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES FOR M109 SELF-PROPELLED HOWITZER — CONTINUED Location Item to Check/ Service M118A2/M118A3 Elbow Telescope M118 Series) Crewmember Procedure ASSISTANT GUNNER In order to prevent damage to M118A2/ M118A3 elbow telescope, stow against upper stop when not in use. Do not use as a hand- hold under any circumstances. a. Before firing, look through eyepiece (1) and check reticle (2) for entrapped moisture and op- tical defects. Not Fully Mission Capable If: 2-48