TM 5-1940-322-10
0012 00
STARTING ENGINES (Contd)
STARTING ENGINES (AFTER 4 WEEKS OF NON-USE) (Contd)
6. Hold START switch (11) up and crank engine until oil pressure starts to
register on ENGINE OIL pressure gauge (3) (approximately 10 seconds).
Release START switch (11).
7. Push EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP controls (9) completely in.
CAUTION
Do not start both engines at same time, as this will run down
the batteries.
If engine fails to start after 30 seconds, release start switch
and let starter motor cool for 2 minutes.
8.
Hold START switch (11) up until engine starts. Release START switch (11).
9.
Position THROTTLE/TRANSMISSION control levers (8) until engine is idling
smoothly (1,000 rpm as indicated on RPM gauge (7)).
10.
Repeat steps 19 to start other engine.
11.
After both engines have been started, move boat away from IBC as soon as
possible.
RPM
ENGINE WATER
7
6
ENGINE OIL
3
2
END OF WORK PACKAGE
0012 00-7/(8 Blank)
