TM 9-6115-669-13&P
2.9.3 Operation in Extreme Cold (below -22 °F (-30 °C)).
NOTE
For paragraphs “2.3.3“, “2.3.4”, “2.3.5”, and figure “2-16” refer to
TM 9-6115-668-13.
1.
Use engine oil of the appropriate viscosity class paragraph “2.3.3”.
2.
Fill tank with winter diesel fuel with appropriate additive or flow improver paragraph “2.3.4”.
3.
Check generator V belts: winter type is smooth. If a toothed belt is installed, refer to the next
higher level of maintenance to install proper belt.
NOTE
See also Engine Preheating Plate (figure “2-16”).
4.
Connect battery sets in parallel to start diesel engine paragraph “2.3.5”.
6.
Start engine preheating assembly paragraph 2.9.1.
WARNING
Failure to wear gloves when operating actuator, could result in
severe personal injury.
6.
Have a second person open flap (1, figure 2-29) and pull the fuel injection pump actuator rod
(2) in the direction of the arrow.
7.
Start flame glowplug system paragraph 2.9.2.
8.
Start diesel engine paragraph 2.7.2.1 and release actuator/fuel injection pump linkage.
9. Allow diesel engine to warm up for approximately 10 minutes.
10. Turn on power system (main contactor K1) paragraph 2.7.2.2.
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