TM-9-2815-205-24

6V53/6V53T ENGINES, DIESEL WITH CONTAINERS; MODEL 5063-5299, MODEL 5063-5392, MODEL 5063-5393 AND MODEL 5063-539L

TECHNICAL MANUAL; FIELD AND SUSTAINMENT MAINTENANCE

FEBRUARY 2013

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ADJUST

1.

Start engine and operate until coolant outlet temperature of 160–185°F (71.1–85.0°C) is attained.

2.

Place speed control lever (Figure 5, Item 22) in IDLE position.

FULL FUEL

POSITION

22

27

28

8

31

30

29

28

32

33

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Figure 5.

Maximum No-Load Speed Adjustment Locations.

NOTE

Model 5063-5299 requires an idle speed setting of 650–700 rpm. Models 5063-5392,

5063-5393 and 5063-539L are set at 600–650 rpm.

3.

Hold idle speed screw (Figure 6, Item 8) and loosen idle speed locknut (Figure 6, Item 7). Adjust engine idle

speed screw to obtain 15 rpm below recommended idle speed. Prevent idle speed screw from turning and

tighten idle speed locknut.

4.

Stop engine.

Buffer Screw

WARNING

Avoid contact with hot manifolds, pulleys, and other moving parts. Wear proper ear

protection when running engine. Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel.

1.

Start engine and operate until coolant outlet temperature is 165–185°F (71.1–85.0°C).

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