TM 9-2330-356-14
Figure 2-9. Typical Control Panel.
d. Starter Switch.
Engages starter motor to turn and
start the engine. (Engine switch, item b, must be in RUN
position.)
e. Voltmeter.
Indicates battery operating voltage.
Normal indication is 12-14V with engine running.
f. Tachometer.
Indicates engine rpm and should be
used with either Flow Rate/rpm data plate (para 1-11) or
table 2-2 to select desired flow rate.
g. Hourmeter.
Indicates engine running time.
h. Engine Throttle.
Controls and sets engine speed.
Pull the handle out to the selected setting, then rotate it
clockwise to lock it in position.
i. Control Panel Light.
To illuminate the control
panel, activate the light switch at the bottom of the light.
j. Oil Pressure Gage.
Indicates pressure in engine
lubrication system. Normal indication is 30-40 psi when
engine is warm and running.
k. Fuel Pressure Gage.
Indicates pressure in the fuel
injection system. Normal indication is 12–14 psi.
l. Filter/Separator Gage (M969, M969A1, M970,
M970A1).
Indicates amount of restriction in filter/
separator (para 2-15).
NOTE
Pressure will vary. The engine speed, type of
operation, and nozzles used have a direct
effect on pump pressure.
m. Pump Pressure Gage.
Indicates pressure in the
pump discharge line. Normal operating pressure is 30 psi
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