TM 5-2420-232-10
0029
PREPARATION FOR TOWING CONTINUED
b.
Attach the tow bar to the HMEE-I front towing provisions (smaller hole) (Figure 1).
c.
Attach the tow bar to the towing hitch on the recovery vehicle.
d.
If required, connect the recovery vehicle s continuous air system to the HMEE-I using the glad-hand connection (Fig-
ure 1, Item 1) beneath the engine cover on the left hand side of the machine. A second auxiliary air connection point
can be found on the left-hand rear of the machine, adjacent to the boom lock.
CAUTION
With the drive shafts connected, the HMEE-I must not be towed for a distance greater than 5 miles
or at a speed in excess of 6 mph (9.7 kph). Failure to follow this caution may lead to serious
damage to the transmission.
e.
Close the hood and nosecone.
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