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TM 9-2320-270-10
OPERATING WINCHES
WARNING
Ail personnel not involved in winching operations will stand clear of winch
cables and payload. A snapped cable or shifting payload can cause serious injury
or death. If payload shifts and presents a hazard, or if any component fails, stop
winching operation immediately and notify Organizational Maintenance.
NOTE
Operate winches at high speed only under no load conditions. Use high speed
for paying out or taking up cable that is not under a load.
Winch Equipment
The M911 Truck Tractor is equippad with two hydraulically powered worm gear winches mounted
on a platform behind the cab. Each winch is equipped with an automatic safety brake which will
stop and hold a payload when movement ceases.
Winch Controls and Data/Instruction Plates
The winch operator’s station is located between the rear of the cab and the number 2 winch. The
tation consists of a platform, control panel, controls, and data/instruction plates.
WARNING
Use ProPer ear protection at cab and winch operator’s station during winching.
Noise level may cause, permanent ear damage and loss of hearing (see
TB-MED-251).
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