Section Ill. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS

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Section Ill. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS

2-9. General.

This section covers the procedures you will normally be using in operating the M915 thru

M920 truck end truck tractors. Specific instructions are given for starting and driving the

truck, operating its components, and stopping, parking, and shutting down the vehicle.

Throughout this section, guidelines are given for adjusting control settings and driving

techniques as well as the specific operating procedures so that you will be able to readily

respond to different situations when you are operating your truck.

2-10. Assembly and Preparation for Use.

BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR TRUCK

KNOW THE CAPABILITIES OF YOUR TRUCK. DO NOT TRY TO MAKE

YOUR TRUCK EXCEED THESE LIMITATIONS.

KNOW HOW TO USE THE FEATURES OF YOUR TRUCK IN THE SAFEST

AND MOST EFFICIENT WAYS TO ACCOMPLISH YOUR MISSION.

KNOW YOUR OPERATOR'S CONTROLS AND INDICATORS BEFORE

STARTING AND DRIVING YOUR TRUCK.

a. PERFORM (B) PMCS.

b. While sitting in your seat, adjust it as necessary for comfort and to ensure that all

controls are within easy reach.