TM 9--2350--292--100044 00--1OPERATE TOW CABLES0044 00THIS WORK PACKAGE COVERS:Deploying Cables, Connecting Cables, Disconnecting Cables, Stowing CablesINITIAL SETUP:Tools and special ToolsSocket wrench set (item 38, Table 2, WP 0128 00)50--ton shackles (4) (item 41, Table 1, WP 0128 00)Personnel RequiredThreeEquipment ConditionsVehicle parked and brakes locked; main engine shutdown (WP 0019 00)ReferencesWP 0019 00WP 0041 00FM 9--43--2The vehicle is equipped with two tow cables. The cables are stowed on left and right side of vehicle. Tow cablesare used in extreme cases or as a backup when traveling over rough ground (cross--country) (refer to FM 9--43--2)only when the tow bar is not available for use. Do not exceed 3 mph (5 kmh) while towing disabled vehicle with towcables. Make wide sweeping turns made up of many smaller turns to keep both vehicles in line while towing.DEPLOYING CABLESNOTEUse only the M88A2 COEI provided equipment. Do not use other vehicles COEI items as itmay not have the same capabilities as the M88A2 shackles and tow cables.Tow cables from the brake vehicle to the towed vehicle must cross to form an “X” between thebrake vehicle and towed vehicle. The cable connected to the left side of the brake vehclemust always cross under the cable connected to the right side of the brake vehicle.When towing cross--country under extreme conditions, use crossed cables for both the towingand braking or holdback vehicle. Use an M88A2 as the tow vehicle.1. Loosen four screws (1) on each end and open two tow cable retainers (2).2. Remove two screws (3) and tow cable clamp (4).3. Remove cable from vehicle.4. Repeat procedures for other cable.5. Position cable retainers (2) and tighten screws (1) so as not to lose them during towing operation.6. Install cable clamps (4) and screws (3) so as not to lose them during towing operation.1432
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