Table 3-2. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Cont.)

TM 5-6115-584-12 NAVFAC P-8-622-12 TO-35C2-3-456-1 TM-05682C-12 B-Before Table 3-2. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Cont.) NOTE Within designated interval, these checks are to be performed in the order listed. Item No. Interval D-During A-After W-Weekly M-Monthly Item To Be Inspected Batteries Fuel strainer and filters Fuel tank Acoustical Suppression Kit (ASK) Front Panel Assembly Day Tank Procedures Check for and have repaired or adjusted as necessary NOTE If the Generator Set is not going to be operated for two weeks or more, disconnect the negative cable from the battery. The Generator Set will be ready to go upon reconnection of the negative cable. Even if the Generator Set is operated every day, the battery may still run down. A run down battery does not have time to be recharged. Run the Generator Set for at least 30 minutes at rated speed. Allow extra running time if the preheater was used, or if starting took several tries. Check battery electrolyte levels. Proper level is 3/8 inch above plates. Use clean water (distilled if avail- able). NOTE Fuel system temperature must be above freezing when draining water and sediment. Drain water and sediment from strainer, primary and secondary filters. Allow to drain until fuel runs clean (para 3-20). Drain water and sediment. Allow to drain until fuel runs clean (para 3-13). Make a visual inspection of the ASK for loose or miss- ing hardware, and for any bent, cracked or broken parts. Tighten all loose hardware. Ensure that front panel assembly is free from obstruc- tions or accumulation of dirt, leaves, debris which would hinder air flow. Drain water and sediment. NOTE In freezing weather drain shortly after operation. A11ow to drain until fuel runs clear. Section IV. TROUBLESHOOTING Equipment is Not Ready/ Available if: 3-10. MALFUNCTIONS NOT CORRECTED BY USE OF THE TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE. 3-9. GENERAL This section contains troubleshooting information for locat- ing and correcting operating troubles which may develop in This manual cannot list all malfunctions that may occur nor the Generator Set. Each malfunction for an individual com- all test or inspections and corrective actions. If a malfunc- ponent, unit, or system is followed by a list of tests or inspec- tion is not listed or cannot be corrected by listed corrective tions which will help you to determine probable causes and actions, notify your supervisor. corrective actions to take. You should perform the test/ inspections and corrective actions in the order listed. 3-6 Change 9