TM 9-4110-255-14
SECTION III OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
2-4. ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION FOR USE.
The refrigeration unit requires specialized unpacking, installation, and initial adjustment procedures. Notify unit
maintenance for installation.
WARNING
Operating the refrigeration unit in a building or any enclosed area without the exhaust gases
piped outside can result in serious illness or death.
NOTE
The refrigeration unit is designed to operate under adverse environmental conditions such as
rain, snow, etc. in temperatures from 0 F to 125 F (-17 C to 52 C). The following startup
procedures apply to operation in temperatures from 40 F to 104 F (4 C to 45 C). For
temperatures outside this range, see operating instructions for unusual conditions.
2-5. STARTUP PROCEDURES.
See figure 2-4.
CAUTION
Operating the refrigeration unit with the service valves improperly set will damage the
equipment. Do not operate unless you are sure it has been properly set up for operation. Notify
unit maintenance.
a. Be sure the refrigeration unit has been properly prepared and adjusted for operation.
b. Perform all your "BEFORE" PMCS functions (table 2-1).
NOTE
Push switches in the side condenser door frames will prevent the refrigeration unit from
operating if the side doors are open.
c. Be sure side condenser doors (1) and (2) are closed and secured.
d. Raise and latch control box cover door (3).
e. Set the remote bulb thermostat (TEMPERATURE CONTROL) (4) to the desired refrigerator enclosure
temperature.
f. Be sure circuit breaker button (ENGINE FAULT RESET) (5) is pushed in (white band is not visible).
g. Be sure the FUEL GAGE (6) is indicating fuel level above 1/4.
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