TM-9-2350-277-20-2 Unit Maintenance Manual Volume 2 M113A3 M577A3 M1064A3 M1068A3 M58 Download

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TM 9-2350-277-20-2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS), INCLUDING LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS — Continued 0155 00 ITEM NO. INTERVAL MAN- HOUR ITEM TO BE CHECKED OR SERVICED C R E W M E M B E R PROCEDURE EQUIPMENT NOT READY/ AVAILABLE IF: 34 Semi- Annual Ramp Latches, Seals and Wire Rope WARNING Lowering ramp could injure personnel. Make sure no one is in ramp zone before you lower ramp. Unlocked ramp can fall open suddenly. Personnel can be killed or injured. Ramp system and hull can get damaged if ramp unlocks when carrier is in operation. Do not operate carrier if locks do not secure ramp properly. Keep away from ramps that have come open during carrier operation. a. With ramp closed, check for tight fit on rear seal. Adjust ramp lock (WP 0521 00, WP 0522 00, WP 0523 00) and linkage (WP 0527 00, WP 0528 00) if needed. Damage which allows ramp to free fall or wire rope is frayed or broken. 0155 00-76 Change 3