ARMY TM 5-5420-212-10-1
MARINE CORPS TM 08676A-10/1-1
(2)
Attach "J" hooks to each end of straps.
(3)
Tighten one strap at a time as follows:
(a)
Pull on strap from ratchet side of strap while "J" hook on the opposite side is being positioned so that it
will hook on truck bed.
(b)
Pull free end of strap at ratchet to take up slack while "J" hook on ratchet side of strap is being
positioned to hook on side of truck bed.
CAUTION
The ratchet may be damaged If mechanical means are used to operate the ratchet handle.
(c)
Tighten strap (hand tight only) by operating ratchet handle.
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