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TM 10-4320-307-10
Table 3-1. Operator/Crew Troubleshooting
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.
ENGINE FAILS TO CRANK OR CRANKS AT LOW SPEED
WARNING
Overfilling will cause battery electrolyte to surface. Serious injury or
blindness could occur from careless handling of batteries or battery
electrolyte (acid). If acid is splashed on the skin, wash the affected area
immediately with plenty of clean water. If acid is splashed in the eyes, wash
immediately with plenty of clean water and get medical attention.
Step 1.
Read the BATTERY VOLTMETER gage.
a.
If the reading is in the green, notify unit maintenance of the engine malfunction.
b.
If the reading is not in the green, proceed to Step 2.
Step 2.
Remove filler caps and check fluid level in battery.
NOTE
Use distilled water or a good grade drinking water (excluding mineral water).
a.
If fluid level is low, add water up to split ring. Replace filler caps and wipe excess fluid from
battery.
b.
If the battery fluid level is not low, or the battery voltage fails to increase within an hour of adding
water, notify unit maintenance of the engine malfunction.
2.
ENGINE CRANKS BUT FAILS TO START
WARNING
Death or serious injury could occur if diesel fuel is not handled carefully.
Use in a well-ventilated area away from open flame, arcing equipment,
ignition sources, heaters, or excessive heat. Be certain that fuel lines and
connections are secure. Do not inhale vapor. Do not overfill the tank.
Engine must be turned off and cooled before refueling. Use proper refueling
procedures and equipment to avoid spillage. Do not run engine near open
fuel containers. DO NOT SMOKE.
Step 1.
Check for insufficient fuel supply.
Refill low tank. Perform the checks and services of Table 2-2, item 4.
Step 2.
Check starting procedures for prevailing conditions.
If procedures have been performed as described, notify unit maintenance.
Step 3.
Check for alignment of 3-way fuel valves.
Align valves to proper fuel supply.
Step 4.
Check for loose connections or restricted or damaged fuel lines.
Perform the checks and services of Table 2-2, item 45. Report damaged lines or loose
connections
to unit maintenance.
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