Table 2-14. Bridge Boats Required for Anchorage.

Figure 2-21. Bridge Assembly Successive Bay Method (Sheet 2 of 4).

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TM 5-5420-209-12 (9) Launch additional interior bays and move to far shore end span and connect bays (para. 2-20). Table 2-14. Bridge Boats Required for Anchorage. Water Velocity Number of Bays Boats Required for Anchorage 0-3 FPS (0-.9 MPS) 6 1 3-6 FPS (.9-1.8 MPS) 4 1 6-8 FPS (1.8-2.4 MPS) 3 1 (10) When connecting the last interior bay to bridge centerline, connect bay to far shore ramp bay first. Loosen anchoring lines on both shores, and connect bays. Transporter boom and winch cable or man power may be required to achieve connection. WARNING Do not allow traffic on bridge until bridge NCO has verified that all appropriate latches, connectors, and lower lock pins are properly engage. Severe personal injury or equipment damage could occur. Lower lockpins are in locked position. (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) Refer to para. 2-23 and add additional anchorage. Lower approach ramp (8). Repeat Step (11) for remaining approach ramps. Open hydraulic pump cover (4) and set pump control lever (5) to TRAFFIC position, close vent valve (6), and close cover (4). Raise all handrails (9). CAUTION Do not unlatch bay/bay connectors between ramp bays and interior bays. Equipment damage will occur. (16) Unlatch bay upper connectors (10) between interior bays. (17) Refer to para. 2-24 for bridge operation guideline. 2-85

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