TM-9-2350-256-10
RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL TRACKED: MEDIUM, M88A1
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OCTOBER 2014
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STARTING MAIN ENGINE - Continued
3.
If crew compartment is closed, ensure air cleaner air source control handles (Figure 1, Item 1) are set on
OUTSIDE air source before starting engine.
Figure 1.
Air Source Control Handle.
CAUTION
Turn off radio and electrical switches before starting engine. Failure to comply may result in
damage to equipment.
NOTE
When MASTER switch is in ON position, the master and mechanical transmission warning
indicators will continue to stay on until engine is running.
4.
Ensure transmission shift selector (WP 0012) (Figure 2, Item 5) is in P position. Depress brake
(Figure 2, Item 7) to lock it in position.
5.
Ensure steering wheel (Figure 2, Item 1) is centered and locked.
NOTE
Ensure fuel tank FUEL CONTROL VALVES (WP 0045) are properly positioned.
6.
Turn MASTER switch (Figure 2, Item 2) to ON position.
NOTE
If BATT GEN INDICATOR gauge reads low yellow or red when MASTER switch is in ON
position, perform Step 7. If BATT GEN INDICATOR gauge reads high yellow or green,
perform Step 8.
7.
Start APU and charge batteries (WP 0043) for 20 minutes.
8.
Turn FUEL PUMP switch (Figure 2, Item 4) to ON position.
9.
Move FUEL SELECTOR switch (Figure 2, Item 11) to FRONT then REAR positions, and check fuel tank
levels indicated on FUEL GAUGE (Figure 2, Item 10).
10.
Operate purge pump (Figure 2, Item 8) three or four strokes, until back pressure is felt.
CAUTION
Do not hold START button in for longer than 15 seconds. If engine cranks but fails to start,
turn MASTER switch to OFF position and wait three to five minutes. Repeat starting
procedure. If it does not start after third try, refer totroubleshooting (WP 0081). Failure to
comply may result in damage to equipment.
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