TM-9-2350-247-10 Operator Manual M548A1 M548A3 Tracked Cargo Carrier Download
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TM 9-2350-247-10 OPERATE CARRIER IN EXTREME HEAT, HUMIDITY, OR SALTY CONDITIONS — Continued 0046 00 3. Check air cleaner indicator often. If at any time only red shows in the window, notify unit maintenance. 4. Check level of w ater in batteries (WP 0 070 00). 5. Don’t drive in any transmission range below 1-3 when you don’t have to. 6. Don’t let dirt, sand, or bugs build up in the radiator fins. Have unit maintenance clean fins with water pressure. 7 . Lubricate f requ ently ( WP 0 057 0 0). Heat, sand, dust, humidity, and salt all h ave a bad eff ect on lubricants and moving parts. 8. Stop and fix any problem as soon as it comes up, or as soon as tactical situation allows. 9. Keep carrier clean. Fungus and mildew can grow fast in conditions of high heat and humidity. Look carrier over and clean it often. 10. Keep carrier in shelter or shade as much as possible. Cover carrier with tarpaulins when it is parked. If you cannot cover entire carrier, at least cover intake and exhaus t grilles (WP 0026 00 or WP 0027 00). END OF TASK 0046 00-2 Change 1