TM 9-2320-365-20-1
Section II. SERVICE UPON RECEIPT
2-4. UNPACKING AND DEPROCESSING
WARNING
• Heavy objects/loads, such as tool boxes and heavy parts, must always be carried on the floor with
the weight distributed as equally as possible between left and right sides of M1079 van. Failure
to comply decreases the stability of the M1079 van and will increase the likelihood of a rollover.
• Heavy cabinets must always be mounted as low as possible with the weight distributed as equally
as possible between left and right sides of M1079 van. Remember to consider the weight of the
items that will be stored in the cabinets. Failure to comply decreases the stability of the M1079
van and will increase the likelihood of a rollover.
• Always keep in mind, when placing items inside the M1079 van, that heavier items must always
be positioned as low as possible and the weight distributed as equally as possible between left
and right sides of M1079 van. Failure to comply decreases the stability of the M1079 van and will
increase the likelihood of a rollover.
a. Unpacking. Upon receipt of a new vehicle, the receiving organization must see if it has been properly prepared
for service and is in good condition. Inspect all assemblies, subassemblies, and accessories to be sure they are in
proper working order (TM 9-2320-365-10). Secure, clean, and correctly adjust and/or lubricate as needed (Appendix
H). Check all tools and equipment to be sure every item is accounted for (TM 9-2320-365-10-HR) in good condition,
clean and properly mounted or stowed (TM 9-2320-365-10).
b. Deprocessing. Read "Processing and Deprocessing Record of Shipping, Storage and Issue of Vehicles and
Spare Engines" tag, (DD Form 1397) and follow all precautions checked. This tag should be attached to the steering
wheel or manual throttle control lever.
2-5. HAND RECEIPT MANUAL AND INVENTORY OF EQUIPMENT
When a new vehicle is first received by the using organization, it is necessary to inventory the vehicle equipment. For
detailed procedures, refer to Hand Receipt Manual, TM 9-2320-365-10-HR.
2-6. SERVICE BEFORE OPERATION
a. General.
(1) Refer to TM 9-2320-365-10 for operating instructions for the vehicle.
(2) Upon receipt of a new, used, or reconditioned vehicle, the receiving organization must see if it has been properly
prepared for service and is in good condition (TM 9-2320-365-10). Inspect all assemblies, subassemblies, and
accessories to be sure they are in proper working order. Secure, clean, correctly adjust, and/or lubricate (TM 9-2320-
365-10 and Appendix H) as needed. Check all tools and equipment to be sure every item is there (TM 9-2320-365-10-
HR), in good condition, clean and properly mounted or stowed (TM 9-2320-365-10).
(3) Follow general procedures for all services and inspections given in TM 9-2320-365-10.
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