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Do not coast down grades. Downshift when going down steep hills. Use range
2 or 3 for long grades, and range 1 on steep grades
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Observe Indicators and warning lights while vehicle is being operated. Do not
allow engine on pressure to drop below 40 psi (276 kPa), or water temperature
to drop below 150’F (66’C), or go above 190’F (88’C)
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Use CB (clutch-brake) steering when driving at Iow speed in close quarters
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If engine stops when vehicle is on a grade, immediately stop vehicle and set
parking brake. Move SPRUNG/UNSPRUNG lever to UNSPRUNG position,
and lower blade to secure vehicle. On steep grades, immediately block tracks on
downhill side
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If fording is required, check depth before entering water. Do not attempt to ford
water that is more than 36 In. (91 cm) deep
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When shutting down or parking the vehicle, always raise the hull and move
SPRUN/UNSPRUNG lever to SPRUNG position so the hull will rest on the bump
stops when hydraulic pressure bleeds down
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The vehicle does not have an automatic transmission. The transmission must be
shifted manually
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Refer to TC 21-306, Manual for the Track Combat Vehicle Driver, for general
tracked vehicle driving precautions on land or in water
DRIVING THE VEHICLE—CONTINUED
DRIVING PRECAUTIONS — CONTINUED
CAUTION - CONTINUED
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When starting on a hill, depress brakeand place transmission in 1 (low) position,
Increase engine speed, and release brake.
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Do not hold vehicle on an inclineby using the accelerator. The transmission will
overheat.
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Vehicle can throw track if it is backed in UNSPRUNG mode. Do not make any
sharp turns when backing unless suspension is in UNSPRUNG mode. If track is
thrown or otherwise rides off the sprockets or roadwheels, stop the vehicle, but do
not walk the track back on! Damage to track and suspension will result. Follow the
maintenance procedures and then reinstall
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