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TM-55-1905-222-14 Landing Craft Mechanized (LCM-8) (ROHR and Gunderson Models) (1905-01-284-2647 AND 1905-01-284-2648) Manual

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TM 55-1905-222-14

CAUTION

If the control lever is not returned to neutral after operating the ramp, damage

to the hydraulic ramp machinery will result.

To lower the ramp, move the ramp control lever (8) to RAMP DOWN position. When the ramp is lowered,

move the ramp control lever back to NEUTRAL position.

2-4.3.2

Raising Ramp. Normal ramp raising is accomplished with the following procedure:

Perform procedural steps a through f in para. 2-4.3.1.

CAUTION

If the control lever is not returned to neutral after operating the ramp, damage to the

hydraulic ramp machinery will result.

To raise the ramp, move the ramp control lever (8) to RAMP UP position. When the ramp is raised, return

the ramp control lever back to NEUTRAL position.

Secure the ramp with the load binders (4), port and starboard. Refer to figure in para. 2-4 3.1(d).

Disengage PTO clutch lever (6) after operation. Refer to figure in para. 2-4.3.1 (f).

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