ARMY TM 9-2805-259-14
AIR FORCE TO 38G2-89-54
NAVY NAVFAC P-8-615-14E
Section Ill. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
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Starting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...2-7
Stopping Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...2-7
2-9. Starting Procedures. Starting procedures
vary depending on
the end item on which
the engine is
used. Refer to the end item manual for specific starting procedures. The following are general instructions for
operating the engine.
a. Always allow sufficient warm-up time before applying end item load.
b. Always allow sufficient time for the engine to cool down after removing end item load and before stopping
engine.
c. Provide a sufficient flow of fresh air to the engine to ensure proper engine cooling.
2-10. Stopping Procedures. Stopping procedures vary depending on
end item on
which the engine is
used. Refer to end item technical manual for specific stopping procedure.
Section IV. OPERATION
UNDER
UNUSUAL
CONDITIONS
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Operation
in Dusty or Sandy Areas.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...2-7
Operation
in Rainy, Humid, or Salt Air Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Operation
in Extreme Heat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...2-8
Operation
at Different Altitudes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...2-8
Operation
in Extreme Cold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...2-8
2-11. Operation in Dusty or Sandy Areas. The procedures for operating the engine are the same as
under usual conditions except for the following special precautions:
a. Keep fuel, lubrication, ignition and cooling systems free of dust and sand.
b. Check air cleaner restriction indicator more often when operating in dusty or sandy areas. Have unit
maintenance service air cleaner element as needed.
c. In the event of severe dust or sand storms, provide a well protected sheltering device for the engine.
d. Remove all dust or sand from the engine and inspect for damage.