TM 5-3805-290-10
OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS - CONTINUED
0005 00
MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING MACHINE
0005 00
WAR N I N G
Use caution and maintain three-point contact at all times when mounting or dismounting machine. Failure to
follow this warning may result in injury or death to personnel.
Ensure door is locked in open position before mounting or dismounting machine. Failure to follow this warn-
ing may result in injury or death to personnel.
1.
Mount and dismount machine only at locations with ladders and grabhandles.
2.
Ensure ladders and grabhandles are clean and secure before using them.
3.
Face machine when mounting and dismounting.
4.
Maintain minimum three-point contact at all times, i.e., two feet and one hand or two hands and one foot.
5.
Never mount or dismount a moving machine.
6.
Never jump from machine.
7.
DO NOT mount or dismount machine while carrying tools or supplies.
0005 00
INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS AND DAILY CHECKS
1.
Always perform Before operation Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) BEFORE operating machine
WAR N I N G
DO NOT operate machine with steering frame lock connected. Steering frame lock must be disconnected
and securely stowed. If not properly stowed, loss of steering control could result. Failure to follow this
warning may result in injury or death to personnel or damage to equipment.
2.
Ensure steering frame lock is disconnected and securely stowed (WP 0015 00).
3.
Turn battery disconnect switch to ON position.
4.
Open door and climb up into cab, using ladder and grabhandles. Refer to Mounting and Dismounting Machine above.
5.
Occupy seat.
6.
Adjust left and right interior rearview mirrors.
WAR N I N G
Use of seat belt while operating machine is mandatory. Fasten belt BEFORE operating machine. Try-
ing to fasten belt during operation creates a hazardous condition. Failure to follow this warning may
result in injury or death to personnel in the event of an accident or machine overturn.
7.
Fasten seat belt. Adjust belt so that it is snug across lap.
8.
Adjust seat.
9.
Adjust steering column tilt.
