TM-9-2320-361-10

2-1/2-TON, 6x6, M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS (MULTIFUEL)

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

DECEMBER 1988

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2-14. STARTING THE ENGINE (ABOVE +20°F) (-6.7°C) (Contd)

WARNIN G

Ž Do not place vehicle in motion until warning buzzer stops

and air pressure gage reads at least 85 psi. Failure to do

this may result in brake failure, causing injury or death to

personnel.

Ž If warning buzzer does not go on when engine starts, stop

engine and notify your supervisor. Failure to do so may

result in injury or death to personnel.

Ž If NBC exposure is suspected, all air filter media should be

handled by personnel wearing protective equipment. Consult

your unit NBC officer or NBC NCO for appropriate handling

or disposal instructions.

(3)

Make sure air pressure gage (6) reads 85 psi to 120 psi.

(4)

Make sure air cleaner indicator (7) does not show red.

(5)

Make sure temperature gage (5) reads 180°F to 200°F.

p.

Stop engine immediately and notify your supervisor if any of the following

occur:

(1)

Engine is vibrating or making excessive noise.

(2)

Oil pressure does not register or suddenly drops below 10 psi.

(3)

Engine temperature rises sharply to 210°F or more, or stays below 180°F.

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