TM-9-2320-209-10-1 Page 83

TM-9-2320-209-10-1 Operator's Manual for M44A1 and M44A2 Series Trucks

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TM 9-2320-209-10-1 Section II. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS 4-5. SCOPE. This section describes general operating procedures which are the same for all trucks. Operating procedures that apply only to some models will follow under separate paragraph headings. Each frame gives step-by-step instructions and detailed illustrations to cover all operating controls and show how these controls are set for each function. 4-6. GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURES. WARNING This vehicle has been designed to operate safe- ly and efficiently within the limits specified in this TM. Operation beyond these limits is prohibited IAW AR 70-1 without written ap- proval from the Commander, U.S. Army Tank- Automotive Command, ATTN: AMSTA-CM-S, Warren, MI 48397-5000. NOTE Before engine start up, be sure that you know where all controls and indicators are, what the purpose of each one is and what it does. (Refer to section I.) Make sure that all preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) were done. (Refer to PMCS, volume 2, chapter 1. ) Change 2 4-29