TM 5-3805-261-20
CHAPTER 2
SERVICE UPON RECEIPT
CHAPTER OVERVIEW
The purpose of this chapter is to provide those of you at the organizational level with all needed instructions and additional
information to help keep the equipment in good repair.
INDEX
Title
Paragraph
Page
Handling New Equipment
2-1
2-1
Servicing New Equipment
2-2
2-1
Initial Checkout and Adjustment
2-3
2-2
General Maintenance Information
2-4
2-4
2-1.
HANDLING NEW EQUIPMENT
a.
Unloading Instructions. Vehicle is shipped unboxed and mobile on railcar with tiedowns over front and rear
axles.
(1)
Remove blocking from front, rear and sides of vehicle.
(2)
Perform paragraphs 2-1b., 2-2c. and 2-3b.(1).
(3)
Remove tiedowns and remove vehicle from flat bed or rail car.
b.
Unpacking. Remove tape, banding, paper and other packing materials. Remove tape from exhaust pipe.
2-2.
SERVICING NEW EQUIPMENT.
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent P-D-680, used to clean parts is toxic and flammable. Wear protective goggles
and gloves and use only in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothes and
do not breathe the vapors. Do not use near open flame or excessive heat. Do not smoke while
using it. Failure to do so may cause INJURY. If you become dizzy while using cleaning solvent,
immediately seek fresh air, and if necessary, medical attention. If contact with skin or clothes is
made, flush thoroughly with water. If the solvent contacts your eyes, wash with water immediately
and obtain help.
2-1
