TM 5-2420-232-10
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LOADING MACHINE ON SHIP CONTINUED
WARNING
Allow exhaust pipe to cool before lowering. Failure to do so may result in serious burns to
personnel.
CAUTION
Machines transported without proper safeguards may incur wind damage. Ensure all doors and
compartments are securely latched and secured against flying open. Failure to do so may cause
equipment damage in transit.
Exhaust opening must be taped closed to prevent wind from entering exhaust system and causing
turbocharger to spin, without the benefit of lubrication. Failure to cover exhaust opening may
damage turbocharger.
15. If the machine is to be exposed to external air flows, use duct tape (Item 21, WP 0033) to cover exhaust pipe.
16. Secure machine against vandalism.
17. Provide assistance, as required, to ship s crew in blocking/shoring/lashing machine for transport.
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Figure 1. RO/RO Configuration (No Height Restriction)
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END OF TASK
UNLOADING MACHINE FROM SHIP
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1.
Provide assistance, as required, to ship s crew in removing blocking/shoring/lashing from machine.
2.
Remove vandalism protection devices.
3.
Remove tape from exhaust pipe.
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