TM 5-3805-264-14&P
2-10.
DUMPING LOAD (Con't).
(10)
unlatched.
Slide tailgate release control valve lever (5) left to UNLOCK position. Check that tailgate is
b.
Raising Dump Body.
NEVER raise dump body more than half way with tailgate or MCS tailgate
closed. If dump body is raised fully without opening tailgate, dump truck center
of gravity will shift rearward. Dump truck could tip, causing injury to personnel
or damage to equipment.
NEVER raise dump body without first checking for overhead obstructions such
as trees and power lines. Ensure that overhead clearance is sufficient. Failure
to follow this warning may cause death or injury to personnel.
(1)
Sound horn if tactical situation permits.
NOTE
Speed of dump body movement when it is being raised may be controlled with
accelerator pedal.
(2)
Squeeze T-handle together and pull hydraulic control lever (7) back to UP position. Body
up indicator light (3) should come on as dump body is raised.
DO NOT try to loosen a sticky load by pulling forward or backward and braking
abruptly. Injury to personnel or damage to equipment may result.
NOTE
Dump body will stop automatically when hydraulic cylinder is fully extended or
when hydraulic control lever is placed in N (Neutral) position.
(3)
Return hydraulic
(7) to N (Neutral) position when dump
raised or has reached desired height,
control lever
body is fully
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