TM 9-2350-256-10(k)Sealing taping materials.1.Apply waterproof tape (Appx. D, item 41 or 42) around transmission oil filler neck and large openareas where required.2.Fording sealer (Appx. D, item 43) is used as a sealing compound around exterior stowagecompartment and personnel doors, main winch cable openings, around nose piece, and allmounting surfaces of vehicle and fording components.3.Electrical insulating (Appx. D, item 23) and sealing compound (Appx. D, item 43) are used to sealbattery terminals, APU generator terminals, main engine generator terminals, and any otherelectrical connections exposed to water.(3)Operationinstructions.WARNING·Personnel must stay clear of engine and APU exhaust areas during andimmediately after engine operations. Contact with these areas can causesevere burns. Smoke generator toxic fumes should not be inhaled. Clear areaof all personnel and keep vehicle downwind of installation during test.·Check deepest point of fording area. Maximum depth should not be more than8.5 ft (2.59 m) including wave height.(a)Engineoperation. Start engine and check its operation (see para. 2-10b and 2-10c). Ensure it runssmoothly and is in top shape.CAUTIONIf engine stalls while fording, restart immediately using normal starting procedures(see para. 2-10b). If engine does not start, vehicle must be towed out.(b)Drivingvehiclewhilefording. Open at least one top hatch. Ensure everything is secure on vehiclebefore entering water. Shift into 1st gear and enter water slowly to avoid forming a bow wave. Keepengine above 950 rpm to avoid stalling. Keep speed at 3 to 4 mph (4.8 to 6.4 km/h), using brake ifnecessary. Operate bilge pump when it becomes covered by water. Lift access door (see para. 2-6)and turn on winch light (on accessories panel) to help see bilge pump.2-163
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