TB 9-6115-643-13
Section III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
The kit is installed on the generator. No assembly or preparation for use is required. For operation of the
generator, refer to TM 9-6115-643-10.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Winterization Kit. Usual conditions for operating the heater imply extremely cold temperatures. The heater allows
the generator set to operate to -50F (-45.6C). Heater operation is automatic after the ON/OFF switch is placed in the ON
position.
NOTE
Depending on temperature, heater could take up to 1 hour to activate
heater control circuits.
a.
At least 30 minutes, before generator is to be started, put the heater power switch on generator control
panel in the ON position to activate heater control circuits.
When the coolant temperature reaches 176F (80C), the heater switches to low heat mode. Check
b.
temperature gauge if you have a reading of 176F.
c.
When generator is started, place the heater ON-OFF power switch in OFF position. The indicator light
should go off.
The kit is installed on the generator. No preparation for movement is required beyond that for moving the
generator.
