TM 55-1730-201-12
CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION
1. SCOPE
Section I. GENERAL
a. These instructions are published for the information
and guidance of operating and maintenance personnel to
whom the maintenance platform is assigned. They con-
tain information on the operation, lubrication, detail
preventive maintenance services, and maintenance of
the equipment; they also contain packing, preservation,
storing, and shipping procedures. Also included is the ap-
plicable repair parts and special tools lists.
c. Reporting of Improvements. Report of errors,
omissions, and recommendations for improving this
publication by the individual user is encouraged. Reports
should be submitted on DA Form 2028 (Recommended
Changes to DA Publications) and forwarded directly to:
Commanding General, U.S. Army Aviation Systems
Command, ATTN: AMSAV-MPSD, 4300 Goodfellow
Blvd., St. Louis, Missouri 63120-1798.
2. EQUIPMENT RECORDS.
b. Applicable reference publications are listed in ap-
The Army equipment record system and procedures
pendix A; the Maintenance Allocation Chart is in appen-
established in TM 38-750 apply to this equipment. The
dix B.
applicable forms as required by TM 38-750 shall be used.
Section II. DESCRIPTION AND DATA
3. DESCRIPTION.
5. TABULATED DATA.
The maintenance platform type B-1 (figure 1) is a
single, variable-height, portable stair structure and plat-
form assembly. The maintenance platform is a
hydraulically-operated, adjustable ladder with a work
platform that enables a serviceman to work in safety at
various heights.
4. DEVIATION IN MODELS.
This manual covers only the type B-1 maintenance
platform.
a. General.
Manufacturer . . . . . . Superior Welding (FMC 23808)
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . .. B-l
b. Dimensions and Weight
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . .850 lbs. (pounds)
Height (lowered) . . . . . .35 in. (inches)
Height (extended) . . . . . . . 120 in.
Length, overall . . . . . . . .132 in.
Width, overall . . . . . . . . . .48 in.
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