Controls and Handling

TM 9-2350-238-10 Item No. 17 18 19 Table 2-1. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES FOR THE RECOVERY VEHICLE M578–CONTINUED Interval During During During Item to Check/Service Controls and Handling Crane Operator Controls Wire Rope Procedure Vehicle handles properly and all controls function properly (brakes, steering, and shifting). Do not operate hydraulic system when filter bypass indicator light IS on, except under emergency con- ditions. Check the following cab controls for smooth operation: a. b. (1 ) Boom winch. (2) Boom. (3) Tow winch. (4) Crane cab - through full traverse. (5) Level wind. During operation of tow winch and boom winch, check wire ropes for kinks, breaks, or frayed condition. Observe level wind for proper operations. Not fully Mission Capable if: Vehicle controls do not function or ve- hicle wanders when operating. Parking brake or service brake inoperative. Shifting lever binds or will not shift. Controls do not operate smoothly or are damaged. Frayed, kinked, worn, or corroded ropes must be re- placed. Rope is un- safe if three broken wires are found in one strand of 6 x 7 rope, six broken wires in one strand of 6 x 19 rope, or nine broken wires in one strand of 6 x 37 rope. 2-31