TM-9-2350-358-BD

HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A6

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, AND DIRECT SUPPORT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE

MARCH 1994

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TM 9-2350-358-BD

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STARTER SWITCH - CONTINUED

Materials/Tools:

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Wire, electrical (item 76, Appendix C)

•

Tape, insulation, electrical (item 63, Appendix C)

References:

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TM 9-2350-314-10

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TM 9-2350-314-20-1-2

Other Options:

Use toggle switch (item 68, Appendix C)

Procedural Steps:

1.

Gain access to starter switch.

2.

Set MASTER power switch to OFF.

3.

Remove wire 10S and wire 14 from starter switch.

CAUTION

The starter switch is a spring-loaded momentary switch that closes

when pushed, but immediately opens when released.

Insulated wire

or jumper in following steps must be removed as soon as engine

starts to avoid damage to starter motor.

4.

Set MASTER power switch to ON.

5.

Using insulated wire or jumper lead, connect wire 10S and wire 14 until engine starts, then remove insulated wire

or jumper lead.

6.

Using insulated electrical tape to cover and secure connectors on wires 10S and 14 until needed to start engine

again.

7.

Record BDAR action taken.

When mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system using

standard maintenance procedures.

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