OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS - TM-9-2320-312-100097

TM 9-2320-312-10

OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS

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GENERAL

WARNING

This vehicle has been designed to operate safely and efficiently within the limits specified in this TM. Oper-

ation beyond these limits is prohibited in accordance with AR 70-1.

This work package contains instructions for safely operating the M878A2 Yard Tractor under unusual conditions. In addi-

tion to normal preventive maintenance, special care must be taken to keep tractor operational in extreme temperatures and

other environmental conditions.

Refer to FM 21-300 and FM 21-305 for additional information.

SLAVE START TRACTOR

WARNING

When slave starting tractor, use NATO slave cable that DOES NOT have loose or missing insulation.

DO NOT proceed if suitable cable is not available.

DO NOT use civilian-type jumper cables.

CAUTION

DO NOT allow "live" and "dead" vehicles to come in contact with each other during slave starting. Failure

to follow this caution may cause electrical system damage.

Under no circumstances can the tractor be started by being towed or pushed. Failure to follow this caution

will cause damage to transmission.

DO NOT operate starter motor for more than 30 seconds at a time. After 30 seconds, allow starter motor to

cool for at least two minutes before attempting to start engine again. Excessive heating of starter motor may

result in damage or premature starter failure.

NOTE

If vehicle other than another M878A2 is used to slave start tractor, refer to Operator's Manual for that vehi-

cle for any special slave starting procedures.