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WARNING

SLAVE STARTING

· When slave starting tractor, use NATO slave cable that DOES NOT have loose or missing insulation.

· DO NOT proceed if suitable cable is not available.

· DO NOT use civilian-type jumper cables.

WARNING

YARD TRACTOR OPERATION

· The M878A2 Yard Tractor, without a trailer, is capable of making turns tighter than 90 degrees. When towing a

trailer, attempting turns tighter than 90 degrees will cause interference between tractor and semitrailer. The

point of interference is directly related to the position of the fifth wheel. The higher the fifth wheel, the more

the turning radius is reduced. Failure to follow this warning could result in injury to personnel or damage to

equipment.

· The M878A2 Yard Tractor has a solid mount rear axle suspension and handles differently than a tractor with a

sprung suspension. When operating without a trailer, this difference is even more noticeable. Operators must

become familiar with the handling of the yard tractor, during training and initial operations, to avoid the poten-

tial hazard of vehicle instability and loss of control. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death to per-

sonnel or damage to equipment.

WARNING

WHEEL AND TIRE ASSEMBLIES

· Whenever wheel nuts require tightening or a wheel has been removed and replaced, wheel nuts must be tight-

ened to the required torque. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury to personnel or damage

to equipment.

· To avoid serious injury or death, NEVER attempt to inflate a tire that has been run flat or seriously under

inflated. Break down tire and wheel assembly for inspection.