TM 9-2330-388-14
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Rope Starting Engine
4.
Be sure crankcase is filled to level with oil.
WARNING
5.
Be sure no connections are leaking.
Run engine on diesel fuel only. Running
6.
Be sure discharge valve is closed.
engine on gasoline or mixture of diesel fuel
and ten per-cent or more gasoline will
7.
Start engine:
damage engine.
a.
Put throttle in mid-position and run-stop lever
CAUTION
Make sure water is flowing through the pump
b.
Put ignition in "Run" position.
within two minutes of starting dispensing
unit engine, otherwise pump mechanical seal
c.
Prepare to rotate pulley.
can be damaged.
CAUTION
Use proper pull rope and grip to prevent
personnel injury.
While performing this
operation, be prepared to release the rope
quickly if grip is pulled in toward pulley.
Figure 2-10. Control Panel - Rope Start
1.
Open emergency valve that feeds water to all
d.
Rotate the pulley manually, in a clockwise
direction, as viewed from the pulley side, until you find
strong resistance. Then, wind the rope up on the starting
2.
Be sure fuel tank is filled with diesel fuel only.
3.
Be sure all drain cocks are closed.
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