ARMY TM 9-6115-643-10
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-445-21
SECTION IV.
OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
2-14
OPERATION IN EXTREME HEAT
2-13 OPERATION IN EXTREME COLD
ABOVE 120F (48.8C)_.
WEATHER BELOW -25F
(.31C).
a.
Check vents and
radiator air passages
The generator set operates
frequently for
in ambient temperatures as low
obstructions.
as -25F (-31C) without special
winterization equipment. To
b.
Check coolant
ensure satisfactory operation
temperature indicator
under extreme cold weather the
frequently for any
following steps must be taken:
indication of
overheating.
WARNING
Allow sufficient space
c.
for fuel expansion
Avoid contacting
when filling fuel
metal items with
tank.
bare skin in extreme
cold weather.
Keep generator clean
d.
Failure to observe
and free of dirt.
this warning can
Clean obstructions
cause personal
from generator intake
injury.
and outlet screens.
a.
Keep generator set and
Clean external surface
e.
surrounding area as
of engine when
free of ice and snow
generator set is not
as practical.
operating.
Keep fuel tank full to
b.
2-15
protect against
OPERATION IN DUSTY OR
moisture, condensation
SANDY AREAS.
and accumulation of
If possible, provide a
a.
water.
shelter for generator
set. Use available
Ensure that proper
c.
natural barriers to
grade diesel fuel is
shield generator set
used.
from blowing dust or
sand.
Keep batteries free
d.
from corrosion and in
Wet down dusty and
b.
a well charged
sandy surface areas
condition.
around generator set
frequently if water is
available.
