ARMY TM 9-6115-672-14
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-444-32
MARINE CORPS TM 09244A/09245A-14
4-205
4.14
MAINTENANCE OF LUBRICATION SYSTEM.
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WARNING
When disconnecting or removing batteries, disconnect the negative lead that
connects directly to the grounding stud first. Disconnect the negative end of
the interconnection cable next. When installing batteries, reverse the
connection sequence. Failure to comply can cause serious personal injury.
4.14.1 Oil Drain Valve.
a. Inspection.
(1)
Shut down generator set, paragraph 2.11.2.
(2)
Open BATTERY ACCESS and right side engine compartment access doors (Figure 1-2).
(3)
Inspect oil drain line for cracks, holes, loose or missing hardware, or other damage.
(4)
Close BATTERY ACCESS and right side engine compartment access doors.
b. Replacement.
(1)
Shut down generator set, paragraph 2.11.2.
(2)
Open BATTERY ACCESS door (Figure 1-2), and disconnect negative battery cable.
(3)
Open right side engine compartment access doors (Figure 1-2).
(4)
Remove plug (1, Figure 4-32), open drain valve (4), and drain engine oil into suitable container.
(5)
Loosen hose clamps (2), and remove oil drain hose from adapters (3 and 7).
(6)
Remove adapter (3) from drain valve (4).
(7)
Remove drain valve (4) from pipe fitting (5).
(8)
Remove pipe fitting (5) from skid base fitting (6).
(9)
Apply sealing compound (Item 22, Appendix E) to threads of pipe fitting (5, Figure 4-32). Install
pipe fitting (5) on skid base fitting (6), and drain valve (4) on pipe fitting.
(10) Apply sealing compound (Item 22, Appendix E) to pipe threads of adapters (3 and 7 ). Install
adapter (3) on drain valve (4).
(11) Position hose clamps (2) on oil drain hose. Connect hose to adapters (3 and 7), and tighten hose
clamp.
(12) Apply sealing compound (Item 22, Appendix E) to threads of plug (1). Install plug on skid base
fitting (6).
(13) Service lubrication system, paragraph 3.3.8.
