TM 5-3800-205-10-2
EXTERNAL AIR TRANSPORT BY CH-47 HELICOPTER - CONTINUED
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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT - CONTINUED
3.
Components of the machine that must be removed in preparation for external air transport are stowed in the container,
for subsequent transport to the assembly site.
4.
Reinstall mounting hardware for all removed components on machine, to secure against loss during transport.
SUMMARY OF PROCEDURES
NOTE
The following summary of procedures is provided to assist personnel preparing the machine for external air
transport by CH-47 helicopter.
1.
Disassemble and sectionalize machine:
a.
Determine disassembly required per CH-47 mission flight profile.
b.
Remove windshield wiper arm and windshield.
c.
Remove ROPS/FOPS.
d.
Remove guard plates.
e.
Remove engine grille.
f.
Install cutting edge wheels.
g.
Install front and rear stability skids.
h.
Disconnect tank lift cylinders from draft frame and lower to ground.
i.
Install hitch locking blocks.
j.
Install all steering locks.
k.
Install auxiliary fuel tank and connect fuel lines.
l.
Disconnect electrical, hydraulic, air, and fuel lines between tractor and water distributor.
m.
Remove water distributor control panel from mounting on tractor and stow at front of tank.
n.
Remove handrails from rear of water distributor and stow at front of tank.
o.
Disconnect draft arms from tank.
p.
Remove exhaust stack and install exhaust extension.
q.
Remove tractor fenders.
r.
Remove upper handrail with side mirror.
s.
Drive tractor away from water distributor.
t.
Raise tank lift cylinders and secure.
u.
Stow tools in water distributor BII toolbox and secure.
v.
Pack ISU-60 container.
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