TM 5-4310-451-14
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TOW AIR COMPRESSOR UNIT (Con’t)
(4)
When making a right-hand turn at an intersection, drive towing vehicle about halfway into intersection and
then cut sharply to right. This will allow for shorter tuning radius of air compressor unit and will keep it off the curb.
(5)
Avoid backing whenever possible.
(6)
If backing is unavoidable, have a ground guide direct you while backing. Maneuver In a manner that will not
exceed freedom of rotation of drawbar ring within d6cpling device, in either horizontal or vertical planes.
(7)
Air compressor unit does not have service brakes; therefore, applying brakes of towing vehicle does not
immediately affect the air compressor unit. Apply-towing vehicle brakes gradually and smoothly, and allow for adequate
distance to stop.
c.
Parking.
(1)
Park air compressor unit on level area, if possible. If not possible, park across grade so that air compressor
unit will not roll downhill.
(2)
Park air compressor unit with front wheels in straight ahead position and chock all four wheels.
(3)
When parking for extended periods, set handbrake levers on both towing vehicle and air compressor unit.
(4)
Park air compressor unit so that wind, if any, will carry exhaust fumes away from personnel and air
compressor air inlet openings. Also, park so that air compressor unit will not be exposed to excessive dust from work site.
2-15.
UNCOUPLE AIR COMPRESSOR UNIT FROM TOWING VEHICLE.
WARNING
All personnel must stand clear of towing vehicle and air compressor unit during uncoupling
operation. Failure to follow this warning may result In serious Injury or death.
a.
Disconnect safety chains (4) from towing vehicle and stow on air compressor unit.
b.
Remove pintle lockpin (1) and open pintle (2).
c.
Apply air compressor unit handbrake lever. Lift drawbar ring (3) from pintle (2).
d.
Move towing vehicle away from air compressor unit.
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