Operator's Manual for Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH) PDF Download

Author: Departments of the Army and Marine Corps
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ISBN: 9781463630041
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Languages : en
Pages : 272

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Book Description
1. This manual is designed to help you operate the Army RESET and USMC configuration of the RT 240 Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH) and perform operator troubleshooting and maintenance on the equipment. This manual covers Army and USMC units with serial numbers ending in .0400 and above. 2. This manual is written in Work Package format: a. Chapters divide the manual into major categories of information (e.g., Introductory Information with Theory of Operation, Operating Instructions, Operator Troubleshooting, Operator Maintenance Instructions, and Supporting Information). b. Each chapter is divided into work packages, which are identified by a 6-digit number (e.g., 0001 00, 0002 00, etc.) located on the upper right-hand corner of each page. The work package page number (e.g., 0001 00-1, 0001 00-2, etc.) is located centered at the bottom of each page. c. If a change package is issued to this manual, added work packages use the 5th and 6th digits of their number to indicate new material. For instance, work packages inserted between WP 0001 00 and WP 0002 00 are numbered WP 0001 01, WP 0001 02, etc. 3. Scan through this manual to become familiar with its organization and contents before attempting to operate or maintain the equipment. 1. A Warning Summary is located at the beginning of this manual. Become familiar with these warnings before operating or performing operator troubleshooting or maintenance on the vehicle. 2. A Table of Contents, located in the front of the manual, lists all chapters and work packages in the publication. a. The Table of Contents also provides Reporting Errors and Recommending Improvements information and DA Form 2028 addresses for the submittal of corrections to this manual. b. If you cannot find what you are looking for in the Table of Contents, refer to the alphabetical Index at the back of the manual. 3. Chapter 1, Introductory Information with Theory of Operation, provides general information on the manual and the equipment. 4. Chapter 2, Operating Instructions, explains and illustrates all operator controls and indicators and describes how to perform all operating procedures for the RTCH: Operation Under Usual Conditions, Operation Under Unusual Conditions, Preparation of Transport, and Stowage and Decal , Data Plate, and Stencil Guide. 5. Chapter 3 covers all Operator Troubleshooting. WP 0010 00 contains a Troubleshooting Symptom Index. If the RTCH malfunctions, this index should always be consulted to locate the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. 6. Chapter 4 deals with Operator Maintenance Instructions. Major areas covered are Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) and operator-level maintenance tasks. 7. Chapter 5 includes Supporting Information: References, Components of End Item (COEI) and Basic Issue Items (BII) Lists, Additional Authorization List (AAL), and Expendable and Durable Items List. Of particular interest is WP 0020 00, Error Codes. This contains an explanation of the error code display that is shown when the RTCH experiences a mechanical malfunction and provides a complete list and explanation of all error codes resident on the vehicle.