TM-9-2330-356-14
SEMITRAILER, TANK: 5000 GALLON, BULK HAUL, SELF LOAD/UNLOAD M967 AND M967A1; SEMITRAILER, TANK: 5000 GALLON, FUEL DISPENSING, AUTOMOTIVE M969 AND M969A1; SEMITRAILER, TANK: 5000 GALLON, FUEL DISPENSING, UNDER/OVERWING AIRCRAFT M970 AND M970A1
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, DIRECT SUPPORT, AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL
OCTOBER 1990
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TM 9-2330-356-14
WARNING
Carbon monoxide can be deadly. DO NOT
operate engine in an enclosed area unless
it Is adequately ventilated.
Operators must wear ear protection while
on engine side of semitrailer with engine
running, Failure to follow this warning may
result In injury to personnel.
Starting Engine.
This procedure is for starting a
cold engine in temperatures above 55°F (fig. 2-9).
(1) Rotate engine switch (2) to RUN.
NOTE
When engine is warm or restarted after short
periods of time, preheating is usually not
necessary. in temperatures below 30° F, a
longer preheating period Is needed (para f).
(2) Rotate preheater switch (1) to ON for about
1 minute. Ensure indicator light (3) has illuminated.
(3) After 1 minute, continue to hold preheater
switch and rotate starter switch (4) to START
(4) Release both starter switch and preheater
switch after engine starts.
(5) Check the gages for correct indication. Stop
the engine if a system malfunction is indicated.
d.
Stopping Engine.
CAUTION
Throttle engine to fast idle (1200 rpm) for
about 5 minutes before stopping to allow for
gradual cooling of engine.
(1) Release throttle to low idle.
(2) Rotate engine switch (2, fig. 2-9) to STOP.
e.
Engine Operation — High Temperature.
(1) See that nothing obstructs the air flow to and
from the engine oil cooler and the cylinder cooling fins.
(2) See that all shrouds are properly installed and
in good condition.
f.
Engine Operation – Low Temperature.
2-10
NOTE
If operating In cold weather, cover (dust boot)
of fuel stop solenoid must be cut off. Cover
stiffens in cold temperatures and stops flow
of fuel to engine.
(1) Ensure that the engine has the proper oil and
fuel for the existing temperatures. For fuel specifications,
see paragraph
2-10b. For oil specifications, see figures 3-1
through 3-6.
(2) Keep batteries fully charged.
NOTE
Entire cold weather starting procedure may
not be required. The colder the temperature,
the more preheating and cranking will be
required.
(3) Cold Weather Starting. When temperatures
are below 30°F, use the following procedure to start the
engine (fig. 2-9).
(a)
Pull throttle about half way out.
(b)
Engage preheater switch (1) and leave
turned on until engine has started, approximately 5
minutes at coldest temperature.
(c)
After 1
3/4
minutes, move engine switch
(2) to RUN position. Wait 15 seconds, then engage starter
switch (4) to START position and crank for 15 seconds.
Disengage starter switch.
NOTE
DO NOT disengage starter switch (4) at first
firing of engine.
Continue with switch
engaged for a limited time (30 seconds
maximum) to help engine run and gain speed.
(d)
Wait one minute and engage starter
switch (4). Crank for one minute, or until running, then
disengage starter switch.
(e)
If engine has still not started, engage
starter switch (4) and crank for one minute. Engine should
be firing. Disengage starter switch when engine is
increasing speed.
(f)
Turn off preheater switch (1).
2-11.
Identification of Valves, Piping, and
Dispensing Components
The operator/crew should become thoroughly familiar
with all valves and controls before beginning any fuel
servicing operation. Compare figures 2-10 through 2-15
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