TM-9-2350-277-10 Operator Manual M113A3 M577A3 M1064A3 M1068A3 M58 Download
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TM 9-2350-277-10 PERFORM POST-FORDING OPERATIONS 0065 00 THIS WORK PACKAGE COVERS: Perform Post-Fording Operations (page 0065 00-1). INITIAL SETUP: M a i n t e n a n c e L e v e l Operator P e r s o n n e l R e q u i r e d Driver Crew E q u i p m e n t C o n d i t i o n Carrier has been driven in water (WP 0064 00) PERFORM POST-FORDING OPERATIONS 1. Drive carrier to firm, level ground. See task: DRIVE CARRIER (WP 0023 00). 2. Place BILGE PUMPS switch OFF when water stops coming out bilge outlets. 3. STOP ENGINE (WP 0024 00). 4. Check trim vane for damage. Stow trim vane. See task: LOWER/STOW TRIM VANE (WP 0039 00). 5. Check for water in final drive oil (WP 0090 00). If bubbles or white color are seen on dipstick, oil has water in it. Notify unit maintenance. 6. Lubricate carrier chassis (WP 0090 00) as soon as tactical situation permits. C A U T I O N Heater can be damaged during flushing if water gets into inlet or exhaust pipes. Cover heater inlet and exhaust pipes before flushing carrier. Do not directly or indirectly wash power enclosure, power supplies, computer equipment, or electrical outlets on M1068A3. Electrical shorts may occur when operated next time. Do not directly or indirectly wash the weapon station, external or internal radio equipment, power enclosure, or computer equipment on the M1068A3. 7. If carrier has been in salt water, flush outside with fresh water. Remove all drain plugs and flush bilges with fresh water. Keep water away from radios and all electrical wiring. Install drain plugs. END OF TASK 0065 00-1/2 blank Change 2