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TM 10-4320-307-10
Section IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
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OPERATION IN EXTREME COLD.
a.
Use proper engine oil for cold weather. Notify unit maintenance if pumping assembly will be
operated in extreme cold weather.
WARNING
Ether is highly flammable. Do not use near sparks or open flames. Do not inhale fumes. Do not actuate
ether start kit more than once. Overloading the engine air housing with this highly explosive fluid (ether)
could result in an explosion.
b.
Use ether start kit to help start the engine in extremely cold temperatures. The ether cylinder (1) is
located on the left side of the engine assembly. The control knob (2) is located on the right of the
control panel.
(1)
Just before starting engine, pull out for 2 or 3 seconds and then release ETHER CYLINDER
CONTROL knob. This will inject a small amount of ether into the engine air intake.
(2)
If engine does not start, do not use the ether start kit again until all fumes have evaporated at
least 5 minutes.
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