TM-5-6115-585-12

TM 5-6115-585–12 NAVFAC p-8-623-12 TO-35C2-3-455-1 TM-05684C/05685B-12 Table 3-3. Troubleshooting (Cent) MALFUNCTION TEST OR INSPECTION CORRECTIVE ACTION 4. ENGINE STARTS AND RUNS NORMALLY BUT SUDDENLY “STOPS. “ Step 1. Check fuel level indicated by gauge on fuel tank (paragraph 3-13). Add fuel if necessary. Step 2. Check to see that shutters on shutter box have fully opened (paragraph 3-14). Refer to next higher level of maintenance. Step 3. Check to see that blower housing grille and engine cooling fins are clean (paragraph 3-22) Refer to next higher level of maintenance. Step 4. Low oil pressure will cause engine to shut down. Check oil level (paragraph 3-24). Add correct weight oil, if necessary. Step 5. Check that vent on under side of fuel filler cap is open (paragraph 3-13). Clear vent hole. 5. ENGINE RUNS BUT EMITS BLACK SMOKE IN EXHAUST. Step 1. Check air cleaner assembly to see that inlet shutter assembly is in proper position for either COLD WEATHER or NORMAL WEATHER operation (paragraph 3-18). Push knob and slide assembly into proper position. Step 2. Check for restricted air intake. Red signal on air flow indicator should be visible (paragraph 3-18). Remove any restriction from intake port. Check and if necessary replace air cleaner filter. Step 3. Check load on Generator by checking % rated current meter on control panel (paragraph 3-19). Notify immediate supervisor: 6. ENGINE RUNS WITH EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. Step 1. Inspect for oil leaks especially at front and rear oil seals, at oil pan gasket and dipstick cap (paragraph 3-24). Notify higher level maintenance. Step 2. Check for red warning signal on air flow indicator indicating a dirty air cleaner filter (paragraph 3-18). Clean or replace filter. Reset air flow indicator by pushing reset button. Step 3. Check for air leaks to crankcase (loose oil filler cap, leaks at gaskets, etc) (paragraph 3-24). Tighten oil filler cap or notify higher level of maintenance. 3-7