TM 9-2320-279-20-2
Winches, Cranes, and Power Takeoff (PTO) Maintenance Instructions (Cont)
17-18. CRANE HOIST CABLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (M977, M984E1, M985).
This task covers:
a. Removal
c. Follow-on Maintenance
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP
Models
Equipment Condition
M977, M984E1, M985
TM or Para
Condition Description
Test Equipment
TM 9-2320-279-10 Parking brake on.
None
TM 9-2320-279-10 Prepare crane for use.
Special Tools
TM 9-2320-279-10 End of boom at working
level.
None
Para 17-15
Crane hook block, hook, and
Supplies
clevis removed (M985).
Oil, lubricating, Item 33, Appendix C
Para 17-17
Crane hook block and hook
removed (M977).
Personnel Required
Para 17-17.1
Crane hook block, hook, and
MOS 63S, Heavy wheel vehicle mechanic (2)
clevis removed (M984E1).
References
Special Environmental Conditions
TM 5-725
None
General Safety Instructions
Wear heavy gloves when handling cable.
a. Removal.
WARNING
Always wear heavy gloves when handling hoist cable to prevent injury to hands.
(1) Soldier A operates winch while Soldier B pulls cable (1) from drum (2) and boom nose (3).
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