TM 9-2320-209-10-1 d. Lifting or Pulling. FRAME 1 WARNING During all winch operations, the instant that slack in winch line (1) is taken up is critical. Tell all personnel to stand clear of winch line and load (2). A snapped winch line or shifting load can be very dangerous. If load shifts to present a hazard, stop pulling and spread load. If any part of the equipment fails, stop operations and tell organizational maintenance. 1. Take up slack in winch line (1) by backing truck slowly, if there is room behind truck and conditions permit. GO TO FRAME 2 4-65