TM-9-2350-261-34 Direct and General Maintenance Manual M113A2 M577A2 M1064 M1068 M1059 M901A1 Download
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TM 9-2350-261-34 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL (cont) The INDEX is an alphabetical listing of all the tasks in the WPs of this TM. Each entry is cross-referenced to the WP number and page number. DA FORM 2028 is used to report errors and to recommend improvements for procedures in this manual. Three blank DA Forms 2028 are in the back of this manual. A sample is provided to show you how to fill out the DA Form 2028. The back cover includes a METRIC CONVERSION CHART that can be used to convert U.S. customary measurements to their metric equivalents. Measurements in this manual are given in U.S. customary unit with metric units in parentheses. HOW TO USE THE WORK PACKAGES How to find the WP you need Pick a key word from the carrier part or system to be used during the WP. Look in the INDEX for this key word or the name of the action you will perform. The INDEX lists each WP under one or more headings. Turn to the page indicated. How to read the WP Be sure to read all WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTEs. These are in all types of WPs. They help you avoid harm to yourself, other personnel and equipment. They also tell you things you should know about the WP. Before starting, get all tools, supplies, and personnel, listed on the setup page needed to do the WP. Be sure to read the WP before performing the maintenance. If any other WPs are referenced, you must go to the setup page for each of those WPs to find out what tools, parts, and materials will be needed. Start with Step 1 and do each step in given order. Look at the drawings. These show you what to look for when reading a maintenance WP. Maintenance Instructions WPs Doing maintenance WPs will keep the carrier in shape to operate. Maintenance WPs are used to present maintenance instructions. Each maintenance WP details steps which you need to perform. If the carrier and parts need maintenance that is not included in any WP in the manual, report this to your supervisor. Read the INITIAL SETUP section carefully before you start a WP. Get the tools and supplies listed and the personnel needed to perform the WP. Be sure that the equipment is in the condition required. DEFINITION OF WP TERMS WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES Be sure to read all warnings and cautions in the WP. Ignoring a warning could cause death or injury to yourself or other personnel. Ignoring a caution could cause damage to equipment. Notes contain facts to make the WP easier. Warnings, cautions, and notes always appear just above the WP step to which they apply. WARNINGS Call attention to things that could kill or injure personnel. Warnings are also listed in the Warning Summary section. CAUTIONS Call attention to actions or materials that could damage equipment. NOTES Contain important facts to make the procedure easier. HELPER Helpers are needed for WPs that require more that one person such as lifting heavy objects or acting as an observer. If a helper is needed to perform a procedure, the INITIAL SETUP will list “Helper” under the PERSONNEL REQUIRED heading. If helper assists with a step, the step will include: “Have helper assist.” If a helper performs the action alone, the step will start with “HELPER.” viii