ARMY TM 9-6115-673-13&P
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-512-1
NOTE
If any gauge indicates an improper value, refer to the operator
troubleshooting tables in Chapter 3.
(a) VOLTS AC meter (12) for 120 VAC (MEP-531A) or VOLTS DC meter (12) for 28
VDC (MEP-501A).
(b) HERTZ frequency meter (18) for 60-63 Hz (MEP-531A).
(c) %LOAD meter (13) under no load condition should read 0 (%). The reading will
vary as the demand changes (from 0 to 125 %).
NOTE
Under normal conditions, allow the diesel engine to warm-up for five
minutes before applying a load. If necessary, the load can be applied
immediately.
(14) Switch ON-OFF load circuit breaker (10, Figure 2-1) to ON to apply load.
(15) Perform all D (During) PMCS procedures in accordance with Table 2-2.
c.
Electric Starting [Between 23F (-5C) to -5F (-21C)].
(1) Ground generator set, refer to paragraph 2.7.a.
(2) Switch ON-OFF load circuit breaker (10, Figure 2-1) to OFF.
WARNING
Never attempt to connect or disconnect load cables while the
generator set is running. Failure to observe this warning could result
in severe personal injury or death by electrocution.
(3) Connect load cables, refer to paragraph 2.7.b.
(4) Perform all PMCS (Before) procedures, refer to Table 2-2.
(5) Ensure that fuel shutoff valve (6) is in the ↓O (open) position.
(6) Connect 24 VDC battery source to NATO slave receptacle (11).
WARNING
If 24 VDC battery source is connected to the NATO slave receptacle,
DC voltages are present at generator set electrical components even
with generator set shutdown. Avoid grounding self when touching any
electrical components. Failure to observe this warning can result in
personal injury.
(7) Move engine RUN lever (4) to RUN position (Figure 2-6).
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