TM 9-2350-277-10
OPERATE 4.2 KW GENERATOR SET (M577A3 AND M1068A3 ONLY) -- Continued
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3.
Connect auxiliary power cable to auxiliary power receptacle on top deck of carrier near driver's hatch.
4.
Unroll auxiliary power cable to its full length.
NOTE
Generator must be level to operate properly.
5.
Locate a good position to set up generator set. Dig a shallow hole large enough for generator set. Keep bottom of hole
level.
6.
Set generator set in hole. Place sand bags around hole to camouflage generator set and help reduce noise during
operation. Have crew help.
7.
Connect auxiliary power cable to either receptacle on generator set. Make sure auxiliary power cable is concealed and
out of the way of personnel.
8.
Turn carrier MASTER SWITCH ON.
CAUTION
Use only 83 octane gasoline in the M577A3 and M1068A3 generator sets. Diesel fuel will
damage generator.
9.
Start and operate the generator set, as described in TM 5-6115-596-14.
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