TM 9-2320-280-10
2-56. GUNNER'S PLATFORM OPERATION
a.
Before Operation.
(1)
Depress two lock buttons (6) on locking pins (5) and remove locking pins (5) from locking lugs (9) and
holes (10) securing platform (1) in stowed position (14).
(2)
Grasp hand hold (2) on platform (1) to lift platform (1) to either half-height position (13) or full-height
position (12).
(a)
If half-height position (13) is required, lift platform (1) all the way up, and turn two latches (7) so
that ledges of latches (7) are facing up and parallel to bottom edge of platform (1). Lower platform (1) and
allow to rest on ledges of latch (7) at half-height position (13). Insert locking pins (5) through forward locking
holes (4) in platform (1) and holes (11) in platform risers (8).
(b)
If full-height position (12) is required, lift platform (1) to the full-height position (12), and ensure
that rear locking holes (3) in left and right sides of platform (1) are aligned with locking holes (11) in platform
risers (8). Insert locking pins (5) through rear locking holes (3) in platform (1) and holes (11) in platform risers
(8).
b.
After Operation.
(1)
Remove locking pins (5) securing platform (1) in either half-height position (13) or full-height position
(12) by pressing lock buttons (6) and removing locking pins (5). Lift up on platform (1) and turn two latches (7)
so that ledges of latch (7) are facing downward, parallel to floor.
(2)
Lower platform to stowed position (14), and align locking holes (10) with locking lugs (9). Insert
locking pins (5) through locking holes (10) and lugs (9).
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