* FM 9-207/TO 36-1-40
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FM 9-207/TO 36-1-40 |
OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE OF ORDNANCE MATERIEL IN COLD WEATHER |
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 - Cold Weather Considerations
Section I - The Cold Weather Challenge
Section II - Operational Considerations
Personnel
Levels of Operation
Effects on Materiel
Effects on Mission Functions
Section III - Logistical Considerations
Factors Impacting Logistics
Planning
Host Nation Support
Maintenance
Maintenance Facilities
Equipment Recovery
Section IV - Antifreeze, Fuels, Hydraulic Fluids, and Lubricants
Antifreeze
Fuels
Hydraulic Fluids
Lubricants
Materials
Lubrication Orders
Vehicle Batteries
Small Equipment Batteries
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
Lithium Sulfur Batteries
Section VI - Winterization Equipment
Personnel Heaters
Power Plant Heaters
Portable Fuel-Burning Heaters
Hardtop Closure Kit
Quick Heat System
Standby Heat System
Auxiliary Power (Slave) Receptacle
Chapter 2 - Preparation for Operation
Section I - Chassis and Body Components
Engines
Transmissions/Transfer Cases/Differentials/Final Drives
Cooling Systems
Fuel Systems
Universal and Slip Joints
Section III - Electrical System
Section IV - Auxiliary Equipment
Air Compressors
Auxiliary Engines and Generators
Power Takeoff Assemblies
Chapter 3 - Operating and Maintenance Procedures
Section I - Operating Vehicle Engines in Cold Weather
Operating and Idling
Starting Without Assistance
Using Auxiliary Power (Slave) Receptacle
Towing to Start Engine
Section II - Chassis and Body Components
Section IV - Engine Lubrication System
Section VIII - Auxiliary Equipment
Chapter 4 - Weapons, Munitions, and Fire Control Equipment
Section I - Effects of Cold Weather
Section II - Lubrication in Cold Weather
Section III - Operation and Maintenance of Weapons
Use of Covers
Dealing with Condensation
Crewmember Considerations
Exercising
Daily Care
Travel
Emplacement
Breech and Firing Mechanisms
Bores
Recoil Mechanisms
Recoil Slides
Equilibrators
Elevating and Traversing Mechanisms
Cradle, Sleigh, Carriage and Mount
Section IV - Direct Fire Weapons
Section V - Indirect Fire Weapons
Section VI - Antitank Wire-Guided Missiles/Rockets
Section VII - Field Artillery Missiles/Rockets
Section VIII - Air Defense Weapons
Section IX - Ammunition and Munitions
Section X - Fire Control Equipment
Precautions
Fogging of Eyepieces
Purging
Powered Systems
Protection of Tube Extensions and Eyepieces
Level Vials
Compensated Sight Picture
Lasers
Compasses, Binoculars, and other Optical Instruments
Digitized Equipment
Section I - Cold Weather Problems
Section II - Effects of Cold on Small Arms and Ammunition
Chapter 6 - Communication and Information Systems Equipment
Section I - Cold Weather Problems
Section II - Operation and Maintenance of Communications and Information Systems
Radio Systems
Antenna Systems
Wire and Cable Systems
Power Sources
Computers
Appendices
A — Antifreeze Materials, Fuels, Hydraulic Fluids, and Lubricants for Use in Cold Weather (0° to -65°F)
B — Special Materials for use in Cold Weather (0° to -65°F)
C — Environmental Protection Concerns
DISTRIBUTION RESTRICTION: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.
*This publication supersedes FM 9-207/TO 36-1-40, 10 August 1989.
PREFACE
As stated in Field Manual (FM) 100-1, The Army, it is the Army's fundamental purpose to win wars through land force dominance regardless of location or climate. This FM provides general doctrinal and technical guidance for operating equipment and ordnance materiel under extremely harsh cold weather conditions (0° to -65°F). Its primary purpose is to familiarize operators and crews with the special procedures and techniques for working in sub-zero temperatures. Also, this manual will assist unit commanders, supervisors (motor sergeants, battalion motor officers [BMOs]), and maintenance personnel in anticipating and planning for the onset of cold weather or an arctic deployment. Failure to follow this guidance can cause injury to personnel and damage to equipment, besides limiting mission accomplishment.
This FM does not replace applicable technical manuals (TMs) for specific equipment operations, servicing, or repair. It is intended to provide an overview of the special and unique difficulties encountered in cold weather operations. Refer to the appropriate operator or higher-level manual for specific instructions.
The proponent of this publication is Headquarters, United States Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC). Much of the information in this manual was provided by the USA Cold Regions Test Activity, which is responsible for testing equipment designed for use by the soldier on the winter battlefield and the USA Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory, which exists largely to solve technical problems that develop in cold regions, especially problems related to construction, transportation, and military operations.. Access to more information can be obtained though points of contact on their World Wide Web pages. Submit changes for improving this publication on DA Form 2028 (Recommended Changes to Publications and Blank Forms), directly to:
Commander
US Army Combined Arms Support Command
ATTN: ATCL-A
Fort Lee, Virginia 23801-1713
Note: Unless otherwise stated, whenever the masculine gender is used, both men and women are included.
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