TM 9-2320-365-20-4
16-73. M1079 VAN PREPARATION FOR AIR TRANSPORT
This task covers:
a. Preparation
b. Recovery
INITIAL SETUP
Equipment Conditions
Engine shut down (TM 9-2320-365-10).
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. Preparation.
CAUTION
PRIOR
TO
SHIPMENT
BY
RAIL,
PROPERLY STOW, TIE DOWN, AND OR
BRACE ALL LOOSE ITEMS AND OTHER
ITEMS INSIDE THE VAN. Failure to comply
may result in damage to equipment.
NOTE
All four blackout shields are closed the same
way. Right side front shield shown.
(1) Raise and latch blackout shield (1) on van window (2).
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