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PREPARATION FOR NORMAL TRANSPORT
Perform the following tasks if the M9 will be transported by any means other than C-130 or C-141
aircraft. If the M9 is to be transported by C-130 or C-141 aircraft, refer to TM 55-2350-262-14, Chapter 4.
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Remove apron and dozer extensions (p 4-260) and stow in bowl.
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Remove and stow antenna (TM 11-5820-401-10-1).
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Install lower apron lockpins (TM 5-2350-262-10).
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Start vehicle engine (TM 5-2350-262-10).
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Load vehicle onto transporting vehicle (TM 55-2350-262-14, Chapters 5 through 7).
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Vehicle will be shipped with SPRUNG/UNSPRUNG lever (1) in UNSPRUNG position. Lower apron (2) (TM
5-2350-262-10) until it touches transporting vehicle platform.
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Shut off vehicle engine (TM 5-2350-262-10). Relieve hydraulic pressure (p 3-82). Leave SPRUNG/
UNSPRUNG control lever (1) in UNSPRUNG position.
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Close and secure operator’s hatch cover (TM 5-2350-262-10).
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Take measurements from tiedown points (3) to transporting vehicle platform. Measure again after 10
minutes to ensure that all hydraulic fluid has leaked from rear actuators to main hydraulic tank.
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Inspect vehicle to ensure that it rests on rear bump stops (4). Install blocks (5) and attach tiedowns at
tiedown points (3).
