TM 9-2320-392-10-1
DUMP TRUCK OPERATION - Continued
0031 00
TAILGATE , HINGE BOTTOM, CLOSING
WARNING
Tailgate weighs approximately 270 lbs. (123 kgs). Use care when
handling. Three people are required to lower or raise tailgate.
Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel or damage to
equipment.
Ensure flagged safety pin and manual release handle pin are
installed prior to using bottom hinge option. Failure to comply
may result in injury to personnel.
NOTE
Both sides of tailgate are closed the same way. Left side shown.
1.
Remove safety pin (22) from pin (23).
2.
Remove pin (23) from dump bed (4).
NOTE
Steps (3) through (8) requires the aid of two assistants.
3.
Raise tailgate (24).
0031 00-19
