TM 9-2510-247-13&P
WINCH ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL, INSTALLATION
INITIAL SETUP:
Equipment Conditions
Materials/Parts
Coupled to prime mover (WP 0006 00-5).
Gloves, protective (item 6,
Fifth Wheel Towing Device in
Sealing Compound (item 12,
Tools/Test Equipment
Personnel Requirements: 2
Tool Kit, Mechanics General,
General Safety Instructions
Winch assembly weighs approximately 120
lbs (54.4kg). Use caution when lifting.
REMOVAL
WARNING
WINCHES
All personnel must stand clear during winching operations. A snapped
cable or shifting load could cause injury or death to personnel.
Ensure cable is properly mounted before operating reel. Failure to do
so may result in injury to personnel.
If winch cable has to be cut to remove winch assembly, wrap cut end
of cable in tape and secure loose end of cable to prevent it from
swinging free during winch assembly removal. Failure to follow this
warning could result in injury to personnel.
WIRE ROPE
Wire rope can become frayed or contain broken wires. Wear heavy
leather palmed work gloves when handling wire rope. Frayed or broken
wires can injure hands.
Never let moving wire rope slide through hands, even when wearing
gloves. A broken wire could cut through glove and cut hand.
HEAVY COMPONENTS
To avoid personal injury, use a hoist or get assistance when lifting
components that weigh more than 50 lbs (23 kg).
Winch assembly weighs approximately 120 lbs (54.4kg). Use caution
when removing and handling to prevent injury or death to personnel
and damage to equipment.
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