Section III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS

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Section III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS

2-10. GENERAL

This section provides instructions for 2-1/2-ton ESP vehicle operation under mod-

erate temperature, humidity, and terrain conditions.

.WARNING.

This vehicle has been designed to operate safely and efficiently within the

limits specified in this manual. Operation beyond these limits is prohibited

IAW AR 750-1 without written approval from the commander, U.S. Army

Tank-automotive and Armaments Command, ATTN: AMSTA-LC-CHME,

Warren, MI 48397-5000.

Hearing protection is required for the driver and co-driver. Hearing

protection is also required for all personnel working in and around this

vehicle while the engine is running (reference AR 40-5 and TB MED 501).

If required to remain inside the vehicle during extreme heat, occupants

should follow the water intake, work/rest cycle, and other heat stress

preventive medicine measures contained in FM 21-10, Field Hygiene and

Sanitation.

NOTE

Before attempting to operate vehicle, perform the operator/crew preven-

tive maintenance checks and services shown in table 2-2.

To find a specific paragraph, refer to the index below.

2-11. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS INDEX

PARA.

PAGE

TITLE

NO.

2-12.

Starting the Engine (Above +20F) (-6.7C)

2-49

2-13.

Cold Weather Starting (Below +20F) (-6.7C)

Rapid Engine Warmup

Placing the Vehicle in Motion

2-54

2-16.

Stopping the Vehicle and Engine

Backing the Vehicle

Operation of Front Winch

2-57

2-19.

Operation of Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS)

2-62

2-20.

Operation of Windshield Wipers

2-64

2-21.

Operation of Adjustable Driver's Seat and Seatbelt

Towing the Vehicle

Raising and Securing Hood

2-67

2-24

Operation of Vehicle Service Lights

2-68

2-25

Using NATO Slave Receptacle to Start Engine

Replacing Cab Top

Raising and Lowering Windshield

2-71

2-28

Operation of Cargo Trucks

2-71

2-29

Operation of Personnel Hot Water Heater

2-77

2-48

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