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Equipment Characteristics, Capabilities and Safety Precautions

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M88 SERIES RECOVERY VEHICLE

INTRODUCTION:
ACTION: Describe recovery vehicles capabilities and safety precautions. CONDITION(S): In a classroom or shop environment, without assistance, given necessary references. STANDARD(S): IAW applicable references without causing damage to equipment or injury to personnel.
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M88A1 MEDIUM RECOVERY VEHICLE

The M88A1 recovery vehicle is a medium full-track-laying low silhouette, diesel-powered vehicle. It is powered by a 12 cylinder, 4 cycle air cooled engine, model AVDS-1790-2DR The transmission is a combination differential steer, and brake system; gears-three forward and one reverse. It has a crew of three; Driver, mechanic and Commander. The M88A1 is equipped to assist in repairing disabled vehicles under general field conditions. It travels easily over rough terrain. Has a maximum speed of 26 miles per hour and an cruising range of 300 miles with a 400 gallon fuel tank capacity. Recovery of medium and light combat vehicles is it main purpose.

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M88A1 MEDIUM RECOVERY VEHICLE

The Hull and Cab assembly armor protects the crew and equipment against small arm fire, medium artillery, shell fragments and 20 lb anti-tank mines. The vehicle is divide into three parts: Crew Compartment, Hydraulic Compartment and Engine Compartment.

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M88A1 MEDIUM RECOVERY VEHICLE

The vehicle is equipped with a main and an auxiliary hydraulic system used for recovery and maintenance operations. These systems power the spade, boom, main winch, hoist winch, refuel pump and the hydraulic impact wrench. The main purpose of the auxiliary hydraulic system is to allow emergency retrieval of hydraulic systems in the event of main engine failure.
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M88A1 MEDIUM RECOVERY VEHICLE

The M88A1 is also equipped with a main and auxiliary generating system. The primary purpose of the auxiliary system is to charge the vehicle batteries when they are too low to start the main engine.

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M88A1 MEDIUM RECOVERY VEHICLE

The Spade is used during all winch operations and hoisting operations over 6 tons to help stabilize the vehicle. The main winch is located near the spade and is used to pull disabled vehicles during recovery operations. The hoisting boom works with the hoist winch which is used to lift disabled vehicles and heavy loads for recovery and maintenance operations. The maximum load the hoist winch is capable of handling is 50,000 lbs using 200 ft. of steel cable. The hoisting boom is a modified A-frame located on the top of the vehicle. The lockout brakes are also used when lifting over 6 tons to prevent damage to the vehicle.
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M88A1 MEDIUM RECOVERY VEHICLE

Main Winch cable size 1-1/4 inches and 200 ft. long with a capability to pull 90,000 lbs, ( Bare Drum 90,000 lbs. at 20 fpm Full Drum 51,400 lbs. at 13 fpm.

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M88A1 MEDIUM RECOVERY VEHICLE

Electrical System is equipped with six 12-volt batteries connected in series parallel. 300 AMP Generator and 28volt regulator.

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Safety Precautions

TM 9-2350-256-10

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Safety Precautions

Be careful when steering vehicles. These do not handle like a car. Do not make short jerky turns or stops.

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Safety Precautions

Always secure covers, hatches, and doors before moving vehicle.

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Safety Precautions

Adjust vehicle speed and squarely approach an object or obstacle. Warn crew members to brace themselves.

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Safety Precautions

Ensure boom and spade are properly secured.

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Safety Precautions

Always check area around vehicle before starting or moving

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Safety Precautions

Tow bar assemblies are extremely heavy, use two personnel when removing or installing.

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Safety Precautions

Do not keep boom in full-raised position for extended periods of time. Failure of hydraulic system could occur, causing boom to free-fall.

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Safety Precautions

Always wear leather gloves when handling winch cable. Never allow cable to run through hands.

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Safety Precautions

Never use winch with less than three wraps on the drum.

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Safety Precautions

When using the hoist winch all personnel must stand clear,(at least double distance of cable), in case lines break.

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Safety Precautions

Transmission and engine compartment may be hot after operation. Use caution when reaching into these areas.

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Safety Precautions

Led-acid battery gases can explode. Do not smoke, have open flame or make sparks around batteries. Remove all jewelry such as rings, ID tags, bracelets, etc.

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Safety Precautions

Ear protection must be worn by personnel in vehicle because of high vehicle noise.

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SUMMARY

Question: What is the maximum capacity of the M88A1 main

winch with Bare Drum?

Answer: 90,000 lbs Question: What is the primary purpose of the auxiliary system? Answer: To charge the vehicle batteries when they are too
low to start the main engine ?
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