2-11. Maintenance and Operating Supply List. See Appendix F for a list of maintenance and operating supplies
required for initial operation.
2-12. Special Tools and Equipment. No special tools or equipment are required for operation and maintenance of the
Roller.
2-13. Maintenance Forms and Records. Operational maintenance and historical records will be maintained as required
by the current TM 38-750.
2-14. Roll Over Protection System (ROPS). ROPS is available for the Model SP-848 roller from Rexnord Inc. in a kit
form. Commanders will refer to AR 385-55, paragraph 7-9. Additional safety devices, when modifications, are required.
2-15. Towing Instructions.
a. Before towing a unit that has malfunctioned, ensure that the Forward-Reverse and Vibration Levers are in
the neutral positions and that the parking brake has been released.
b.
Tow the unit only when necessary and at speeds of one to two miles per hour for as short a distance as
possible.
2-16. Safety Precautions. Always observe the following safety precautions to prevent possible injury to personnel and
damage to the equipment.
a.
TRAINED OPERATORS ONLY.
b.
Always use slower unit speeds and added caution when operating close to a lift edge or when traveling
downhill.
c.
Never travel across a slope. Always travel up or down a slope.
d.
Always engage the parking brake before dismounting the unit.
e. Never shut down the engine when traveling up or down a slope. Always move the Forward-Reverse Lever
toward neutral to apply hydrodynamic braking.
f.
KEEP CLEAR OF HITCH AREA when unit is operational. Hitch area closes when unit is turned.
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