
TM 5-4310-452-14
2-15. COUPLING UNIT TO TOWING VEHICLE (Con't).
h. Remove chocks (12) from trailer wheels and store in retaining straps. Attach tie-down straps (13) to hold chocks
in place.
i. Release parking brake (14).
WARNING
• DO NOT tow compressor unit faster than 55 mph (88 kph) over paved highways, 10 mph (16
kph) over graded gravel roads or 8 mph (13 kph) over rough cross-country terrain or Injury to
personnel may result.
• DO NOT tow compressor unit on a side slope of more than 8°, or up or down a ramp having a
slope of more than 20°. A slope of more than 8° can cause compressor unit to overturn,
resulting in serious injury or death to personnel.
j. Tow compressor unit to new location (see TM 9-2320-272-10).
2-16. UNCOUPLING UNIT FROM TOWING VEHICLE.
WARNING
To prevent sudden movement of compressor unit and possible injury to personnel, DO NOT
disconnect compressor unit from towing vehicle on slopes greater than 7°.
a. Set parking brake (1).
b. Remove tie-down straps (3) and chocks (2) from retaining straps, and position chocks at wheels.
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