ARMY TM 9-6115-645-10
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-444-11
MARINE CORPS TM 09244A/09245A-10/1
SECTION IV.
OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
2-13 OPERATION IN EXTREME COLD
WEATHER BELOW -25°F
(-31°C) .
The generator set operates
in ambient temperatures as low
as -25°F (-31°C) without special
winterization equipment. TO
ensure satisfactory operation
under extreme cold weather the
following steps must be taken:
WARNING
Avoid contacting
metal items with
bare skin in extreme
cold weather.
Failure to observe
this warning can
cause personal
injury.
a.
b.
c.
d.
Keep generator set and
surrounding area as
free of ice and snow
as practical.
Keep fuel tank full to
protect against
moisture,
condensation
and accumulation of
water.
Ensure that proper
grade diesel fuel is
used.
Keep batteries
from corrosion
a well charged
condition.
free
and in
2-14 OPERATION IN EXTREME HEAT
ABOVE 120°F (48.8°C) .
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a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Check vents and
radiator air passages
frequently for
obstructions.
Check coolant
temperature indicator
frequently for any
indication of
overheating.
Allow sufficient space
for fuel expansion
when filling fuel
tank.
Keep generator clean
and free of dirt.
Clean obstructions
from generator intake
and outlet screens.
Clean external surface
of engine when
generator set is not
operating.
OPERATION IN DUSTY OR
SANDY AREAS .
a.
If possible, provide a
shelter for generator
set.
Use available
natural barriers to
shield generator set
from blowing dust or
sand.
b.
Wet down dusty and
sandy surface areas
around generator set
frequently if water is
available.
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