TM 9-6115-729-24
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TROUBLESHOOTING FAILURES WITHOUT FAULT CODES - Continued
WARNING
Cooling system operates at high temperature and pressure. Contact with high pressure steam
and/or liquids can result in burns and scalding. Shut down generator set, and allow system to cool
before performing checks, services, and maintenance. Failure to comply can cause injury or
death to personnel.
When running, generator set engine has hot metal surfaces that will burn flesh on contact. Shut
down generator set, and allow engine to cool before performing checks, services, and
maintenance. Wear gloves and additional protective clothing as required. Failure to comply can
cause injury or death to personnel.
SYMPTOM
27.
Poor Acceleration or Response.
MALFUNCTION
Insufficient Inlet Air.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
STEP 1.
On EMCP set ENGINE CONTROL switch to OFF/RESET. Set Battery
Disconnect Switch to OFF. Set DEAD CRANK SWITCH to OFF.
STEP 2.
Check for dirty or clogged air filters. Replace air filters (WP 0070).
STEP 3.
Check exhaust system for restrictions. Repair or replace components, as
required (WP 0070).
STEP 4.
Verify the problem is resolved.
MALFUNCTION
Throttle Malfunction.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
STEP 1.
Perform Speed Control Test (WP 0013, SYMPTOM 9).
STEP 2.
Start generator set per TM 9-6115-729-10.
STEP 3.
Monitor Fuel Position and Rated Fuel Limit during operation at full load. If Fuel
Position does not equal Rated Fuel Limit, check the following:
a. Check Turbo Outlet Pressure Sensor and verify an approximate pressure of
4 to 6 PSI (27.6 to 41.4 Kpa) (WP 0013, SYMPTOM 14).
b. Monitor atmospheric pressure (14.6 PSI (100.7 Kpa)) and boost pressure
(approximately 18 PSI (124.1 Kpa)). If not correct, repair or replace
turbocharger (WP 0106).
STEP 4.
Verify the problem is resolved.
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