ARMY TM 9-6115-639-13
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-386-51
MARINE CORPS TM 10155A-13/1
5-7. ENGINE / ALTERNATOR ASSEMBLY MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
End of starter rope can be quickly drawn into recoil winding mechanism, making it difficult to
remove. To prevent this, ensure end of starter rope is knotted or otherwise secured after
removing tee handle.
7.
Disconnect tee handle from starter pull rope by removing knot. Feed end of rope through hole in skid base
(27).
8.
Carefully lift engine / alternator assembly (23) up and out of generator set enclosure. Place on a flat work
surface for further maintenance. If engine is to be replaced, remove lifting cable (10) by removing screws
(11), lockwasher (12), and washer (13). Retain for future use.
9.
If required, remove engine / alternator assembly (23) from base (18) by removing four screws (19), eight
washers (20), and four nuts (21).
10. Remove three vibration isolators (14) from skid base (27) by removing screws (24), washers (25), and nuts
(26).
11. If engine is being replaced, remove and retain the following engine components for use on the new engine:
engine air filter assembly, engine oil drain valve, governor actuator, and engine lifting cable.
B. INSPECTION.
1.
Inspect engine and alternator for obvious damage. Clean as required to view all components carefully.
Look for signs of fluid leakage. Check all sealing areas and surfaces.
2.
Inspect engine fuel and oil lines for cracks, cuts, abrasions, evidence of leakage, and obvious damage.
Check fluid fittings and connectors for security of attachment.
3.
Inspect electrical wiring for cuts, crimps, bare wire, or other damage. Inspect wiring insulation for
damage. Ensure all connectors and terminal lugs are securely attached.
4.
Conduct a detailed inspection of suspect components in accordance with the appropriate maintenance
paragraph.
5.
Remove and replace any component that is damaged to the extent that it will effect the safe operation of
the generator set.
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