TM-5-5420-202-10
LAUNCHER, M48A5 TANK CHASSIS
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
DECEMBER 2009
TM-5-5420-202-10 - Page 120 of 535
TM 5-5420-202-10
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Figure 2.
Powerplant Warning Light.
WARNING
Hearing loss may occur with repeated exposure to high noise levels. Personnel must wear
hearing protection when the engine is running. Double hearing protection (helmet and
earplugs) is required when operating the vehicle at speeds of 15 mph and above. Failure
to comply may result in personnel injury.
13.If engine has not been operated for a week or more, proceed with step 14. If engine has been operated within a
week, skip step 14 and proceed with step 15. For cold weather starting, proceed directly to step 18.
14.Purge air from fuel lines by pumping purge pump handle (Figure 3, Item 1) three or four strokes until back
pressure is evident.
Figure 3.
Purge Pump Handle.
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STARTING AND STOPPING ENGINE - CONTINUED
Starting Engine - Continued
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