TM 10-4610-240-10
TM 08580C-10/1
T.O. 40W4-13-21
Section IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
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Fording ...................................................................................................................................................
Emergency Procedures...........................................................................................................................
Water Depth/Water Conditions.................................................................................................................
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Cold Weather..........................................................................................................................................
Hot Weather............................................................................................................................................
Dusty and Sandy Areas..........................................................................................................................
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Rainy and Damp Areas...........................................................................................................................
Saltwater Areas.......................................................................................................................................
Nuclear or Chemical Contaminated Area.................................................................................................
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NOTE
Refer to applicable manuals for operation of power generating equipment during unusual conditions.
NOTE
References to trailer are for ARMY ROWPU only.
2-17.
FORDING.
No special procedures are required before or during fording. After fording, wash the trailer with fresh water to remove
mud and other contaminants as soon as it is convenient to do so. Pay special attention to the electrical connections and
brake hoses, the springs, and suspension assembly. Lubricate the entire vehicle in accordance with the instructions in
the Lubricating Order, LO 10-4610-240-12/LI08580C-12/TO 40W4-13-31.
2-18.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURE.
If the air supply from the towing vehicle and from the trailer air reservoir should be interrupted, the emergency spring
brakes will lock. Refer to figure 2-77 as required to reset a locked spring brake.
2-19.
WATER DEPTH/WAVE CONDITIONS.
When waves of 2-4 feet at water source exist, or when water depth is too low to prevent sand or debris from entering
strainer at water source, it will be necessary to backwash multimedia filter more often.
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