TM 9-4940-568-10
2-2
Section I. DESCRIPTION AND USE OF OPERATOR’S CONTROLS
AND INDICATORS
2-1. PREPARATION FOR USE.
The FRS has been designed to operate safely and efficiently within the limits specified in
this TM. Operation beyond these limits is prohibited IAW AR 70-1 without written
approval from the Commander, U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command,
ATTN: AMSTA-LC-AH, Warren, MI 48397-5000. Failure to comply could result in
injury or death to personnel.
Personnel must not ride, rest, or sleep on or inside the FRS. Failure to comply may result
in injury or death to personnel.
Do not lower doors/roof in winds that exceed 30 mph. Failure to comply may result in
injury or death to personnel.
Do not use shelter roof or doors (when open) for loading or storage. Failure to comply
may result in injury or death to personnel.
Keep shelter roof and doors free of accumulated snow, ice, dirt and material buildup. Do
not lower doors if buildup is in excess of 1/4 inch thick. Failure to comply may result in
injury or death to personnel.
When a Forward Repair System (FRS) is first received by the using organization, it is the responsibility of the
officer-in-charge to determine whether it has been properly prepared for service by the supplier. It is also the
responsibility of the officer-in-charge to be sure the FRS is in condition to perform its functions. Unit Maintenance
will provide any additional service required to bring the FRS to operating standards. Before operating the FRS, the
operator must become familiar with the FRS controls and indicators as described in this chapter.
2-2. KNOW YOUR CONTROLS AND INDICATORS.
This section shows the location and describes the use of controls and indicators used to operate the FRS. Controls and
indicators described in this section are the same for all vehicles, except where otherwise indicated.
Know location and proper use of every control and indicator before operating the FRS. Use this section to learn about
each control and indicator to be used. Separate illustrations are provided for each group of controls and indicators.
