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TM 10-4320-324-14
2-10. Operation In Unusual Weather.
a.
Extreme Cold Weather.
(1)
Keep batteries fully charged.
(2)
Keep fuel tank full at all times to prevent ice
crystal formation.
(3)
Do not disturb electrical leads or wiring unless
repair is needed.
(4)
Use cold start system and allow the engine to
warm up a full five minutes before accelerating
to full speed RPM.
NOTE
The cold start system may be used to assist in
starting engine when air temperature is below +
10° F (-12° C).
(a)
Open cover (1).
WARNING
Do not puncture or mishandle quick start
servicing can. This can contains an ether base
mixture that is highly combustible.
(b)
Force servicing can (2) into nipple (3) on
reservoir (4) so fluid flows from can into
reservoir.
CAUTION
Do not continue pumping after engine starts.
(c)
Remove can when reservoir level reaches
"MAX" line, then close cover.
(d)
Pump hand pump (5) immediately when
depressing start button (6) on control
panel.
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