TM-9-2320-386-10
2-1/2-TON, 6X6, M44A3 SERIES TRUCKS (DIESEL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; EXTENDED SERVICE PROGRAM (ESP); OPERATOR’S MANUAL
JANUARY 1996
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TM 9-2320-386-10
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2-3. CHASSIS CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
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Item and Function
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Battery/accessory switch routes power to starter system, instrument panel
gauges, fuel pump, and low pressure warning buzzer.
2
Throttle control sets engine speed at desired rpm without maintaining pres-
sure on accelerator pedal. Throttle control locks in desired position when
pulled out. Rotating control handle clockwise or counterclockwise unlocks it.
3
Windshield washer lever, when pulled up, activates spray pump.
4
Air cleaner indicator shows yellow band when engine air cleaner filter needs
servicing.
5
Fuel shutoff switch activates fuel solenoid to shut off fuel flow from transfer
pump and stop engine.
6
Light switch controls operation of vehicle lights.
7
Engine start switch routes electrical current to starter to crank engine.
8
Personnel heater blower switch is positioned in HIGH or LOW to control
flow of forced air to personnel compartment (cab).
9
Quick-start switch is activated and held for two to three seconds to allow
quick-start valve to open and fill with ether. When released, injects ether
through atomizers and into air intake.
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