Figure 9-53.—A/S 32K-1A/1B/1C SATS weapon loader

the boom support operates the lift boom. The manipulating head is located at the upper end of the lift boom, and is capable of limited lateral and longitudinal motions, as well as tilting and yawing motions. The head is equipped with lifting forks attached with quick- release pins and mounted in three positions—normal, inverted forward, and inverted rear. The drive mechanism includes a hydrostatic drive system powered by a power-splitter gearbox, drive shaft with universal joints, limited-slip differential, axle/wheel disconnect hubs, and steerable drive wheels with power-assisted steering. The power to operate the lift and drive mechanisms is supplied by a four-cylinder, air-cooled gasoline engine. The weapon loader is equipped with four-wheel hydraulic brakes, electric/hydraulic operated parking brakes, and a spark- and flame-arresting muffler. It is also equipped with nylon tie-down straps to hold the load securely during handling, a utility chain to lift items directly off the ground, and lights for night loading operations. Each A/S 32K-1A/1B/1C SATS weapon loader has an SWL of 4,500 pounds. It is used to load externally carried munitions, weapons, and stores onto an aircraft. Each SATS weapon loader is used with a variety of adapters and cradles. REVIEW NUMBER 8 ANSWERS A1. The maximum recommended towing speed of the MHU-126/M small munitions trailer when towed alone is 15 mph and 5 mph when towed in a train. A2. You should use the Aero 51C munitions trailer with a towing vehicle to transport and hold a variety of weapons in ready storage. A3. The SWL of the Aero 51C munitions trailer is 8,500 pounds. REVIEW NUMBER 9 Q1. The A/S 32K-1A/1B/1C SATS weapon loader is used to load ________________. Q2. What is the SWL of the A/S 32K-1A/1B/1C SATS weapon loaders? SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING EQUIPMENT LEARNING OBJECTIVE: Recognize the safety precautions to follow when using ordnance handling equipment. You must observe the safety precautions and instructions that pertain to the safe operation and use of ammunition and explosives handling equipment, both afloat and ashore. The task of ammunition and explosives handling is hazardous. Accidents involving ammunition and explosives handling kill and injure personnel, destroy essential supplies, and damage valuable equipment and property. These accidents don't just happen. They are caused by carelessness or unfamiliarity with the use and limitations of handling equipment, as well as relaxation or failure to observe safety precautions, orders, and regulations pertaining to the handling and stowage of ammunition and explosives. You can prevent accidents caused by misuse of handling equipment if you take the time to understand the use and limitations of the handling equipment. Many technical manuals and instructions contain information about safety, inspection, and tests for ordnance handling equipment. For general information, refer to the following publications: · Approved Handling Equipment for Weapons and Explosives, NAVSEA OP 2173, Volume 1 (NAVAIR 19-100-1.1) and Volume 2 (NAVAIR 19-100-1.2) · Ammunition Afloat, NAVSEA OP 4 · Ammunition and Explosives Ashore, Safety Regulations for Handling, Storing, Production, Renovation, and Shipping, NAVSEA OP 5, Volume 1 Use approved handling equipment to handle explosive ordnance. Approved handling equipment is described in NAVSEA OP 2173. Before you can be 9-35 Figure 9-53.—A/S 32K-1A/1B/1C SATS weapon loader.