the boom support operates the lift boom. The manipulating head is located at the upper end of the lift boom, and is capable of limited lateral and longitudinal motions, as well as tilting and yawing motions. The head is equipped with lifting forks attached with quick- release pins and mounted in three positions—normal, inverted forward, and inverted rear. The drive mechanism includes a hydrostatic drive system   powered   by   a   power-splitter   gearbox,   drive shaft   with   universal   joints,   limited-slip   differential, axle/wheel disconnect hubs, and steerable drive wheels with power-assisted steering. The power to operate the lift and drive mechanisms is   supplied   by   a   four-cylinder,   air-cooled   gasoline engine. The weapon loader is equipped with four-wheel hydraulic  brakes,  electric/hydraulic  operated  parking brakes,  and  a  spark-  and  flame-arresting  muffler.  It  is also  equipped  with  nylon  tie-down  straps  to  hold  the load  securely  during  handling,  a  utility  chain  to  lift items   directly   off   the   ground,   and   lights   for   night loading operations. Each A/S 32K-1A/1B/1C SATS weapon loader has an SWL of 4,500 pounds. It is used to load externally carried munitions, weapons, and stores onto an aircraft. Each  SATS  weapon  loader  is  used  with  a  variety  of adapters and cradles. REVIEW NUMBER 8 ANSWERS A1. The maximum recommended towing speed of the MHU-126/M small munitions trailer when towed alone is 15 mph and 5 mph when towed in a train. A2. You should use the Aero 51C munitions trailer with a towing vehicle to transport and hold a variety of weapons in ready storage. A3. The SWL of the Aero 51C munitions trailer is 8,500 pounds. REVIEW NUMBER 9 Q1. The A/S 32K-1A/1B/1C SATS weapon loader is used to load ________________. Q2. What  is  the  SWL  of  the  A/S  32K-1A/1B/1C SATS weapon loaders? SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING EQUIPMENT LEARNING OBJECTIVE: Recognize the safety    precautions    to    follow    when    using ordnance handling equipment. You   must   observe   the   safety   precautions   and instructions that pertain to the safe operation and use of ammunition  and  explosives  handling  equipment,  both afloat   and   ashore.   The   task   of   ammunition   and explosives handling is hazardous. Accidents involving ammunition  and  explosives  handling  kill  and  injure personnel,   destroy   essential   supplies,   and   damage valuable equipment and property. These accidents don't just   happen.   They   are   caused   by   carelessness   or unfamiliarity  with  the  use  and  limitations  of  handling equipment,  as  well  as  relaxation  or  failure  to  observe safety precautions, orders, and regulations pertaining to the handling and stowage of ammunition and explosives. You can prevent accidents caused by misuse of   handling   equipment   if   you   take   the   time   to understand  the  use  and  limitations  of  the  handling equipment. Many  technical  manuals  and  instructions  contain information   about   safety,   inspection,   and   tests   for ordnance handling equipment. For general information, refer to the following publications:   Approved Handling Equipment for Weapons and Explosives,   NAVSEA   OP   2173,   Volume   1 (NAVAIR 19-100-1.1) and Volume 2 (NAVAIR 19-100-1.2)   Ammunition Afloat, NAVSEA OP 4   Ammunition    and    Explosives    Ashore,    Safety Regulations  for  Handling,  Storing,  Production, Renovation,   and   Shipping,   NAVSEA   OP   5, Volume 1 Use    approved    handling    equipment    to    handle explosive  ordnance.  Approved  handling  equipment  is described  in  NAVSEA  OP  2173.  Before  you  can  be 9-35 Figure 9-53.—A/S 32K-1A/1B/1C SATS weapon loader.