TM 5-2590-512-13&P
CHAPTER 2
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION I DESCRIPTION AND USE OF OPERATOR'S CONTROLS.
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2-1
General
2-1
2-2
Controls (Levers on SEE)
2-2
SECTION II OPERATOR PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
2-3
General PMCS Information
2-3
2-6
Leakage Definitions
2-3
2-4
PMCS Procedures
2-3
2-7
PMCS Tables
2-5
2-5
Explanation of Columns
2-3
SECTION III OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
2-8
Installation and Preparation for Use 2-12
2-11
Decals and Data Plates
2-17
2-9
Operating the Auger
2-14
2-12
Adjustments and Self Tests
2-17
2-10
Preparation for Movement
2-16
2-13
Emergency Stopping
2-17
SECTION IV OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
2-14
Cold Weather Operation.
2-18
SECTION I. DESCRIPTION AND USE OF OPERATOR'S CONTROLS.
2-1. General.
a. This section lists and describes each control required to operate Earth Auger Assembly. Learn how each control
operates before using Earth Auger Assembly.
b. The Earth Auger Assembly is positioned and rotated by levers and foot pedals located at rear of SEE vehicle.
These controls actuate hydraulic cylinders located on boom and hydraulic rotational motor inside Auger Drive
Unit.
c. All levers rest in center position. Moving a lever forward or backward, from rest position, raises, lowers, or rotates
auger. Left and right foot pedals swing boom in horizontal arc. Stabilizers secure SEE vehicle.
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