TM 9-2815-205-34
4-10. ENGINE RUN-IN AND INTERNAL COMPONENTS PRESERVATION
This task covers: a. Run-In Procedure b. Horsepower Correction and Acceptance Test
c. Preservation of Internal Components
MODELS
EXPENDABLE/DURABLE SUPPLIES
All
Oil, fuel (App C, Item 27)
Oil, engine (App C, Item 26)
TOOLS AND SPECIAL TOOLS
Oil, preservative (App C, Item 29)
Tool kit, general mechanics (App B, Item 107)
EQUIPMENT CONDITION
Para Description
4-2 Engine prepared for start-up
CAUTION
Observe engine operation closely at all times. Operator must detect malfunctions
which may develop early. Correct minor problems immediately so that major problems
will not develop and cause engine damage.
a. Run-In Procedure.
NOTE
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During Period 1, Table 4-2; remove rocker arm covers, inspect for fuel oil and coolant
leaks in the rocker arm compartment, and install rocker arm covers (Refer to Para 3-20,
3-21, or 3-22).
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After completion of Period 2, Table 4-2; adjust governor gap (Refer to Para 4-4).
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After completion of Period 5, Table 4-2; adjust idle speed, no-load speed, and buffer
screw (Refer to Para 4-4).
(1) Using appropriate run-in schedule (Table 4-2), start and run engine. Record the following data
for each run-in period.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(9)
(h)
(i)
Oil sump temperature.
Oil gallery pressure.
Crankcase pressure.
Air intake manifold vacuum.
Engine air intake temperature.
Air box pressure.
Engine speed.
Brake horsepower.
Period duration.
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INITIAL SETUP