TM 5-5420-280-10
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS
RAPIDLY EMPLACED BRIDGE (REB)
NSN 5420-01-481-3959 P/N 12480471
OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
GENERAL
bridge operations under unusual conditions. The standard guidelines for bridge
operation should be followed along with the following precautions for various weather
conditions.
OPERATION IN SNOW OR ICY CONDITIONS
During bridge construction, operation, and recovery, follow all operating
procedures for normal conditions and the following special instructions.
CAUTION
Do not use rock salt to de-ice bridge and do not chip ice
from roadway surface with tools or damage to bridge will
result.
Sand applied to bridge must be free from rocks or
damage to equipment may result.
1. Remove any snow or ice from bridge equipment before it accumulates. Apply
sand to roadway surfaces having ice buildup.
2. Wear gloves when operating or handling metallic equipment that is wet or ice
covered, and exercise caution when working on bridge where snow or ice exist.
3. Check fluid levels more frequently in cold temperatures prior to operation.
Refer to Lubrication Instructions, WP 0045 00.
OPERATION IN RAINY OR HUMID CONDITIONS
Follow all operating procedures for normal conditions and the following special
instructions. Exercise caution when working on bridge where wet surfaces and
equipment may become slippery.
OPERATION IN HIGH WIND CONDITIONS
Follow all operating procedures for normal conditions and the following special
instructions. The maximum wind capacity for launch or retrieval of bridge is 33 mph
(15 m/sec)
