TM 9-2320-363-10
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1. vehicles of presence of truck Deadens noise of engine exhaust Locks hood closed Located on both sides of hood Holds fuel Steps mounted to tank provide access to cab Provide stowage area for BIl and other items Prevent water and debris from spraying up on passers by or towed semitrailer Provide air supply for brakes of trailer Coupling device for trailers with lunettes Contain composite tail stop backup and turn signal lights Facilitates coupling and uncoupling operations Powered by PTO to perform winching operations2. 1 This manual is for use in operating and maintaining the M915 Family of Vehicles to include the chassis of the M917A1 and M917A1 w MCS Mate rial Control System dump truck 2 For operation and maintenance of the M917A1 and M917A1 w MCS dump truck body refer TM 5 3805 264 148P b Equipment Name and Model Number 1 Truck Tractor Line Haul 52 000 GVWR 6 X 4 M915A2 2 Truck Tractor Light Equipment Transporter LET 68 000 GVWR 6 X 6 w Winch M916A1 and M916A2 3 Truck Dump Heavy Chassis 68 000 GVWR 6 X 6 14 Cu Yd On Off Highway M917A1 and M917A1 w MCS C Purpose of Equipment 1 The M915A2 truck tractor is a 6 X 4 prime mover of semitrail ers used primarily to transport containers bulk cargo and petroleum products over primary and secondary roads under worldwide climatic conditions in a military envi ronment TM 9 2320 363 10 1 1 SCOPE Con t 2 The M916A1 and M916A2 truck tractors are 6 X 6 prime movers of low bed semitrailers used primarily to transport heavy engineer equipment over primary and secondary roads and off road under worldwide climatic conditions in a military environment 3 The M917A1 and M917A1 w MCS are 6 X 6 dump trucks used to transport dump or spread asphalt aggregate dirt and similar materials over primary and secondary roads and off road 1 2 MAINTENANCE FORMS AND PROCEDURES Department of the Army forms and procedures used for the equipment will be th
3. Forms or DA Form 2028 2 located in the back of this manual direct to Commander U S Army Tank automotive and Armaments Command ATTN AMSTA AC NML Rock Island Illinois 61299 7630 A reply will be furnished to you You may also provide DA Form 2028 2 information to TACOM via datafax or e mail TACOM s datafax number for AMSTA AC NML is DSN 793 0726 or Commercial 309 782 0726 TACOM s e mail address is amsta ac nml ria emh2 army mil This manual supersedes TM 9 2320 363 10 5 Nov 1991 and all changes TM 9 2320 363 10 CHAPTER 1 Section Section Il Section Ill HAPTER 2 Section Section Il Section Ill Section IV TAD Section Section Il Section Ill APPENDIX APPENDIX APPENDIX APPENDIX APPENDIX TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION General Information 222 Equipment Description and Data Principles of OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Description and Use of Operators Controls and Indicators sse Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services 5 422 Operation Under Usual Conditions Operation Under Unusual Conditions OPERATOR MAINTENANCE Lubrication Instructions Operator Troubleshooting P
4. PMENT CHARACTERISTICS CAPABILITIES AND FEATURES a Characteristics 1 The M915A2 is used to transport M871 M872 and M1062 semitrailers on line haul missions It has a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR of 52 000 Ib 23 608 kg and is equipped with a two way oscillating sliding fifth wheel compatible with a two inch kingpin Maximum towed load on kingpin is 30 000 Ib 13 620 kg 2 The M916A1 and M916A2 are used to transport M172 and M870 semitrailers loaded with heavy engineer equipment and 60PRS and WD6S 6 000 gallon water distributors over primary and secondary roads and off road They have a GVWR of 68 000 Ib 30 872 kg and are equipped with a 45 000 Ib 20 430 kg winch a tail roller and a four way oscillating sliding fifth wheel compatible with a 3 1 2 inch kingpin Maximum towed load on kingpin is 40 000 Ib 18 160 kg The M917A1 and M917A1 w MCS have a GVWR of 68 000 lb 30 872 kg a 14 cu yd 10 7 m dump body capacity and an 18 5 ton 16 8 metric ton load capability They are equipped with a Central Tire Inflation System CTIS which allows operation across a wide variety of terrain b Capabilities and Features 1 While operating on Class roads the fully loaded M915A2 can maintain a speed of 55 mph 88 kph on level roads and 29 mph 47 kph while ascending a 3 percent grade It has a minimum turning diameter curb to curb of 53 ft 9 in 16 4 m 2 While operating on Class roads all other trucks c
5. TM 9 2320 363 10 OPERATOR S MANUAL FOR TRUCK TRACTOR LINE HAUL 52 000 GVWR 6 X 4 M915A2 NSN 2320 01 272 5029 TRUCK TRACTOR LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER LET 68 000 GVWR 6 X 6 W WINCH M916A1 NSN 2320 01 272 5028 TRUCK TRACTOR LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER LET 68 000 GVWR 6 X 6 W WINCH M916A2 NSN 2320 01 431 1163 TRUCK DUMP HEAVY CHASSIS 68 000 GVWR 6 X 6 14 CU YD ON OFF HIGHWAY M917A1 NSN 3805 01 431 1165 M917A1 W MCS NSN 3805 01 432 8249 3 HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY DECEMBER 1997 TM 9 2350 363 10 TECHNICAL MANUAL HEADQUARTERS TM 9 2320 363 10 DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Washington D C 30 December 1997 OPERATOR S MANUAL FOR TRUCK TRACTOR LINE HAUL 52 000 GVWR 6 X 4 M915A2 NSN 2320 01 272 5029 TRUCK TRACTOR LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER LET 68 000 GVWR 6 X 6 W WINCH M916A1 NSN 2320 01 272 5028 TRUCK TRACTOR LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER LET 68 000 GVWR 6 X 6 W WINCH M916A2 NSN 2320 01 431 1163 TRUCK DUMP HEAVY CHASSIS 68 000 GVWR 6 X 6 14 CU YD ON OFF HIGHWAY M917A1 NSN 3805 01 431 1165 M917A1 W MCS NSN 3805 01 432 8249 Approved for Public Release Distribution is Unlimited REPORTING ERRORS AND RECOMMENDING IMPROVEMENTS You can help improve this manual If you find any mistakes or if you know of a way to improve the procedures please let us know Mail your letter DA Form 2028 Recommended Changes to Publications and Blank
6. an main tain a speed of 55 mph 88 kph on level roads and 25 mph 40 kph while ascending a 3 percent grade 3 Average cruising ranges at Gross Combination Weight Rat ing GCWR with a full tank of fuel will vary based on conditions e g varying loads prolonged idle PTO usage off road driving and climatic conditions Cruising range is optimally 300 miles 483 km TM 9 2320 363 10 1 9 EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS CAPABILITIES AND FEATURES 4 The M916A1 and M916A2 have a transmission mounted PTO which powers the winch The PTO on the M917A1 and M917A1 w MCS powers the dump body controls TM 5 3805 264 14 amp P 5 The M915A2 M916A1 are equipped with an instrument panel mounted tachograph which registers and records data related to truck ground Speed engine speed and distance traveled This data is stored on a 7 day graph for a permanent record All other models are equipped with a Datalogger which is a data processing module that provides data storage capability and records in detail the per formance and utilization of the vehicle Datalogger memory can store over a month of data for use by maintenance and management personnel There is no operator inter ference with the Datalogger 6 The following capabilities and features are common to all models a air activated front and rear non asbestos cam brakes with a four channel anti lock brake system ABS to provide significantly improved handlin
7. e System Bl hene ietu or Gale Jasa Basic Issue ltems op tese wed ede gd NOS Centigrade or Celsius 1 3 TM 9 2320 363 10 1 8 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS Con t Abbreviation Definition o MED Cubic Inch Displacement CI acu Bee S S ss e Centimeter 6 2 ss PO tty eat Se ir aa He Components of End Item CTIS pense mug aig diia be AK d Central Tire Inflation System robs ues dh landed e a c RR as Electronic Control Unit MMC Cr PIU es hat Fahrenheit Gross Combination Weight Rating GVWR eat Du Gi oe oe xxu hex out Gross Vehicle Weight Rating chin Kaila ls he eh bok Kilogram che i arts a tee Se el hk 46 ut PP Kilometers per Hour IDEs Pa sent aa Son ah S op ded a s ci Liters per Hour MIGS 0 Ruf Material Control System PMCS atte iene name Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services PT siets duet wer ia ifa Vs Sein i I cain ela te ee Power Take Off TM 9 2320 363 10 Section Il EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION AND DATA Paragraph Page Number Paragraph Title Number Equipment Characteristics Capabilities and Features Location and Description of Major Components 1 11 Differences Between 1 15 Equipment 1 16 1 9 EQUI
8. g and braking during emergency stops D operation in temperatures from 25 F 32 C to 125 F 52 C and to 40 40 C with arctic kit installed c start and climb capability of a 20 percent grade at GCWR in both forward and reverse directions d fording capability up to 20 in 51 cm deep for 5 minutes without damage or requiring maintenance before operations can continue e two passenger aluminum corrosion proof cab with a 90 degree tilt forward hood for service accessibility f six cylinder 12 7 liter 400 horsepower in line diesel engine built by Detroit Diesel g Allison HT 740 four speed automatic transmission 1 10 LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPON ENTS 8 M915A2 M916A1 and M916A2 Marker Clearance Indicate outline of truck Lights Air Horn Provides an audible alert TM 9 2320 363 10 1 10 LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPO NENTS M916A1 AND M916A2 Component Side Mirrors Provide driver with a view of sides of truck Grabhandles Provide a hand hold for personnel climbing on truck Utility Power Supplies power for work lights Located on both Receptacle sides of truck Spare Wheel and Tire Extra wheel and tire used in case of a flat tire TM 9 2320 363 10 1 10 LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPO NENTS Con t SIT 0 M916A1 AND M916A2 Component Description Battery Box and Holds vehicle batteries and pro
9. hed leader lines used in illustrations indicate that called out items are not vis ible i e they are located within the structure Dashed leader lines in the Lubri cation Chart indicate that lubrication is required on BOTH sides of the equipment Technical instructions include metric units in addition to standard units A metric conversion chart is provided on the inside back cover An alphabetical index is provided at the end of the manual to assist in locating information not readily found in the table of contents FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES WHEN YOU USE THIS MANUAL Read through this manual and become familiar with its contents before attempt ing to operate or maintain the truck A warning summary is provided at the beginning of this manual and should be read before attempting to operate or maintain the truck iii iv Blank TM 9 2320 363 10 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Section GENERAL INFORMATION Paragraph Page Number Paragraph Title Number SCONE ARV A IR EQ Feci te eed Maintenance Forms and Procedures Corrosion Prevention and Control CPC Destruction of Army Materiel to Prevent Enemy Use Reporting Equipment Improvement Recommendations EIRs Warranty Information Nomenclature Cross Reference List List of Abbreviations 1 1 SCOPE a of Manual
10. like the design or performance Put it on an SF Form 368 Product Quality Deficiency Report Mail it to us at Commander U S Army Tank automotive and Armaments Command ATTN AMSTA AC NML Rock Island Illinois 61299 7630 We ll send you a reply 1 6 WARRANTY INFORMATION The vehicles are warranted by Freightliner Corporation in accordance with TB 9 2320 363 15 Warranty starts on the date found in block 23 DA Form 2408 9 in the logbook Report all defects in material or workmanship to your supervisor who will take appropriate action through your Unit Maintenance shop 1 7 NOMENCLATURE CROSS REFERENCE LIST Common Name Official Nomenclature ete UR aida alate imate lad nte imt iu n Ratan nate d Wire Rope Cold Start Ether Quick Start System Differential Lock Unlock Interaxle Lockout M915A2 All Wheel Drive All Except M915A2 Engine Coolant Antifreeze Ethylene Glycol Mixture Gladhandi su REESE RD Rau Quick Disconnect Coupling Jake Brake 3 obe wee n t Re x y xen OU ERR RD Engine Brake Komfort Seat Belt Adjustment No Automatic Locking Positive Traction Differential 1 8 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS NOTE Refer to ML STD 12D for standard abbreviations Abbreviation Definition oe Se 5 Additional Authorization List ABS denm weg teg Anti Lock Brak
11. ose prescribed by DA Pam 738 750 Functional User s Manual for the Army Maintenance Management System TAMMS as contained in the Maintenance Man agement Update 1 3 CORROSION PREVENTION AND CONTROL CPC 8 Corrosion Prevention and Control CPC of Army materiel is a con tinuing concern It is important that any corrosion problems with this item be reported so that the problem can be corrected and improvements can be made to prevent the problem in future items b While corrosion is typically associated with rusting of metals it can also include deterioration of other materials such as rubber and plastic Unusual cracking softening swelling or breaking of these materials may be a corrosion prob lem If a corrosion problem is identified it can be reported using SF Form 368 Prod uct Quality Deficiency Report Use of key words such as corrosion rust deterioration or cracking will ensure that the information is identified as a CPC problem The form should be submitted to the address specified in DA Pam 738 750 1 4 DESTRUCTION OF ARMY MATERIEL TO PREVENT ENEMY USE For destruction of Army materiel to prevent enemy use refer to TM 750 244 6 1 2 TM 9 2320 363 10 1 5 REPORTING EQUIPMENT IMPROVEMENT RECOMMEN DATIONS EIRs If your truck needs improvement let us know Send us an EIR You the user are the only one who can tell us what you don t like about your equipment Let us know why you don t
12. rocedures Operator Maintenance REFERENCES nette tenete petis COMPONENTS OF END ITEM AND BASIC ISSUE ITEMS 5 ADDITIONAL AUTHORIZATION LIST EXPENDABLE AND DURABLE ITEMS LIST STOWAGE AND DECAL DATA PLATE AND STENCIL GUIDE Page TI m UJ gt j ceo E a H E J b 1 D N E C1 TM 9 2320 363 10 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This manual is designed to help you operate and maintain the M915 Family of Vehicles FEATURES OF THIS MANUAL A table of contents is provided at the beginning of this manual An index of all paragraphs contained within a section is found at the beginning of each section WARNINGs CAUTIONs NOTEs subject headings and other important infor mation are highlighted in BOLD print as a visual aid A WARNING indicates a hazard which can result in death or serious injury A CAUTION is a reminder of safety practices or directs attention to usage practices that may result in damage to equipment NOTE A NOTE is a statement containing information that will make the procedure easier to perform Statements and words of particular importance are printed in CAPITAL LET TERS to create emphasis Instructions are located with illustrations that show the specific task on which the operator is working Das
13. vides steps to Steps access cab Front Service Lights Include headlights and turn signals Sling Points Provide attachment point for slings Blackout Lights Used during blackout conditions Include marker and drive lights 1 8 TM 9 2320 363 10 1 10 LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPO NENTS Con t Towing Eyes Provide attachment points for towing device Brush Guard Protects front of hood and components under hood from damage Spotting Mirrors Provide added visibility to sides of truck and semitrailer if towing Winch Controls Operate winch M916A1 and M916A2 TM 9 2320 363 10 1 10 LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPO NENTS Con t Component Description Grabhandles Provide a hand hold for personnel climbing on truck Ramp Sloped surface serves as an approach to fifth wheel and facilitates coupling of semitrailer Fifth Wheel Coupling device for semitrailers with kingpins TM 9 2320 363 10 1 10 LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPO NENTS Hosetenna Utility Lights Beacon Warning Light Exhaust Muffler Hood Latch Fuel Tank Storage Boxes Mud Flaps Trailer Gladhands Pintle Hook Taillights Tail Roller M916A1 and M916A2 Hydraulic Winch M916A1 and M916A2 Mounting and stowage location for intervehicular air lines Illuminate area in back of cab There is one light on each side of cab Amber rotating light alerts other
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