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TM 9-2320-304-14&P
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Operating Instructions (Cont)
2-9. LOAD HANDLING SYSTEM (LHS) (CONT).
CAUTION
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Engine speed must be at idle before using hydraulic selector switch or damage to
equipment may result.
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Ensure rail transport locking pins are disengaged before unloading flatrack. Rail
transport locking pins are used for rail transport only. Failure to comply may result
in damage to equipment.
(3) Put PTO ENGAGE switch (5) in ON position. Make sure indicator light (6) comes on.
(4) Turn the hydraulic selector switch (7) to AUTO position or MAN H.A. position.
NOTE
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The amount of time to load and unload is controlled by engine speed. Engine speed
can be increased to 1,500 to maximum rpm to reduce loading and unloading times.
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LHS will only operate when transmission range selector is in N (Neutral).
(5) Move joystick (8) to UNLOAD position. Flatrack will raise and begin to move rearwards. LHS
NO TRANSIT indicator (9) will illuminate to indicate load locks (10) have been cleared.
CAUTION
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Do not back truck to push flatrack onto dock or bay. Damage to equipment will
result.
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Do not use R (Reverse) to back up truck while hook arm is attached to flatrack or
damage to LHS will occur.
(6) As load continues rearward, flatrack will contact dock and flatrack will be pushed rearward
onto dock or bay.
(7) Release the joystick (8).
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