TM 9-2330-356-14
NOTE
WARNING
If operating In cold weather, cover (dust boot)
of fuel stop solenoid must be cut off. Cover
Carbon monoxide can be deadly. DO NOT
stiffens in cold temperatures and stops flow
operate engine in an enclosed area unless
of fuel to engine.
it Is adequately ventilated.
Operators must wear ear protection while
(1) Ensure that the engine has the proper oil and
on engine side of semitrailer with engine
fuel for the existing temperatures. For fuel specifications,
running, Failure to follow this warning may
see paragraph 2-10b. For oil specifications, see figures 3-1
result In injury to personnel.
through 3-6.
(2) Keep batteries fully charged.
Starting Engine. This procedure is for starting a
cold engine in temperatures above 55F (fig. 2-9).
NOTE
(1) Rotate engine switch (2) to RUN.
Entire cold weather starting procedure may
not be required. The colder the temperature,
NOTE
the more preheating and cranking will be
required.
When engine is warm or restarted after short
periods of time, preheating is usually not
(3) Cold Weather Starting. When temperatures
necessary. in temperatures below 30 F, a
are below 30F, use the following procedure to start the
longer preheating period Is needed (para f).
engine (fig. 2-9).
(2) Rotate preheater switch (1) to ON for about
(a) Pull throttle about half way out.
1 minute. Ensure indicator light (3) has illuminated.
(b) Engage preheater switch (1) and leave
(3) After 1 minute, continue to hold preheater
turned on until engine has started, approximately 5
switch and rotate starter switch (4) to START
minutes at coldest temperature.
(4) Release both starter switch and preheater
(c) After 1 3/4 minutes, move engine switch
switch after engine starts.
(2) to RUN position. Wait 15 seconds, then engage starter
switch (4) to START position and crank for 15 seconds.
(5) Check the gages for correct indication. Stop
Disengage starter switch.
the engine if a system malfunction is indicated.
NOTE
d.
Stopping Engine.
DO NOT disengage starter switch (4) at first
firing of engine. Continue with switch
engaged for a limited time (30 seconds
CAUTION
maximum) to help engine run and gain speed.
Throttle engine to fast idle (1200 rpm) for
about 5 minutes before stopping to allow for
(d) Wait one minute and engage starter
switch (4). Crank for one minute, or until running, then
gradual cooling of engine.
disengage starter switch.
(1) Release throttle to low idle.
(e) If engine has still not started, engage
starter switch (4) and crank for one minute. Engine should
(2) Rotate engine switch (2, fig. 2-9) to STOP.
be firing. Disengage starter switch when engine is
increasing speed.
Engine Operation -- High Temperature.
e.
(f) Turn off preheater switch (1).
(1) See that nothing obstructs the air flow to and
from the engine oil cooler and the cylinder cooling fins.
Identification of Valves, Piping, and
Dispensing Components
(2) See that all shrouds are properly installed and
in good condition.
The operator/crew should become thoroughly familiar
with all valves and controls before beginning any fuel
Engine Operation Low Temperature.
servicing operation. Compare figures 2-10 through 2-15
f.
