TM-9-2320-386-10 Page 79

TM-9-2320-386-10 Operator's Manual for M44A3 Series Trucks

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Table 2-2. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Contd). ITEM NO. INTERVAL ITEM TO CHECK/ SERVICE PROCEDURE NOT FULLY MISSION CAPABLE IF: TM 9-2320-386-10 2-46 Change 1 53 Weekly A-frame Check cable, clamps, and A-frame for A-frame kit is (Contd) kit security of mounting and condition required for the (if installed). mission and it is not mounted or is bent, cable is frayed or broken, or clamps are loose. 54 Winteriza- Check operation and condition of: tion kits a. Swingfire heater, if installed a. Heater is non- (para. 2-48). operational and temperature range requires use. b. Fuel burning personnel heater, b. Any leakage if installed (para. 2-48). of fuel. c. Power plant heater, if installed c. Any leakage (para. 2-48). of fuel. d. Radiator cover and thermal barrier, if installed (para. 2-48). e. Cargo body arctic kit, if installed e. Any leakage of fuel. 55 Bow and a. Check bows (4) for cracks and tarpaulin breaks. kit b. Check tarpaulin straps (2) for security. Tighten if necessary. c. Check tarpaulin (3) for rips, tears, or punctures. d. Check for loose or broken tiedowns (1) and lacing. 1