TM 5-5420-280-10
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS
RAPIDLY EMPLACED BRIDGE (REB)
NSN 5420-01-481-3959 P/N 12480471
TRANSLOADING PALLET TO PALLETIZED LOAD SYSTEM TRAILER (PLST)
WARNING
Prior to and during any load or unload cycle, all non-
essential personnel must stay clear of Load Handling
System (LHS) and pallet, or serious injury or death to
personnel may result.
Trailer wheels must be chocked during transfer operations,
or serious injury or death to personnel may result.
Ensure trailer air system is charged before beginning
transfer, or trailer locks will not retract. Serious injury
or death to personnel could result.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to equipment during transfer
operations, ensure trailer drawbar extension is
retracted and on the ground, centered forward of trailer.
Ensure drawbar and drawbar extensions are properly
stowed. Refer to TM 9-2330-385-14.
Ensure air lines and cables are properly stowed, to
prevent damage to equipment. Refer to
TM 9-2330-385-14.
Both trailer bumper points must be under truck bump
plate, and at least one trailer bumper point must
contact bump plate. Trailer bumper point not contacting
transporter bumper stop cannot exceed 0.5 in.
(12.7 mm) or pallet will miss main rail guides and
damage to equipment may result.
NOTE
During all transporter operations, the operator will
drive and be responsible for operation of LHS cab
control box or Remote Control Unit (RCU). The
assistant acts as a ground guide and will be responsible
for directing the operator using hand signals and
assisting the operator as needed.
1. Check transfer site for 22 ft (6.7 m) overhead clearance, ground firmness, and
level ground.
2. If pallet is loaded with bridge, ensure bridge is properly secured with fastening
rods. Refer to WP 0008 00.
