TM 5-6115-545-12TO 35C2-3-444-1NAVFAC P-8-626-12TM 000838G-12Section V. TROUBLESHOOTING3-65. Generalmaintenance. The engine generator set must be completelyTable 3-3 provides information useful in diagnosing andserviced with fuel, coolant, and lubricating oil. Beforetroubleshooting, check that all electrical connections are correctcorrecting unsatisfactory operation or failure of the engineand operating controls are in the correct positions.generator set and its components. Each malfunction stated isfollowed by a list of the probable causes of the trouble. Thecorrective action recommended is described opposite theNOTEprobable cause. Any trouble beyond the scope of organizationalAir Force and Navy users are authorized to performmaintenance shall be reported to the next higher level ofmaintenance within the scope of their capability.Table 3-3 TroubleshootingMALFUNCTION1.Engine fails to crankwhen START-STOP-RUN switch is movedto START position.2. Engine cranks but willnot start.PROBABLE CAUSEa.b.c.d.e.f.g.h.a.b.c.d.e.f.g.h.i.i.k.Improper startingprocedure.Batteries weak,Batteries improperlyinstalled.Defective, corroded or loosebattery cables.Defective or loose controlwires.Defective DC CONTROLCIRCUIT BREAKER.Defective START-RUN-STOPswitchDefective speed switchImproper starting procedure.Fuel supply exhaustedWater in fuel supplyAir in fuel system.Restricted fuel supply line.Defective day tank floatswitch.Defective fuel solenoidvalve.Clogged fuel fitter andstrainer elements,Clogged secondary filterelement.Defective nozzle holderassembly.Clogged air intake system.CORRECTIVE ACTIONa.b.c.d.e.f.g.h.a.b.c.d.e.f.g.h.i.i.k.Perform starting procedure as described inparagraph 2-12.Recharge or replace batteries (para 3-82).Refer to page 2-14, fig. 2-5c and page 2-21,step 1, prior to replacing batteries.Connect batteries as indicated in figure 3-4.Tighten all loose connections and clean corrosionfrom all terminals. (Refer to item 16, table 3-1.)Inspect control wires and repair or tightenas necessary.Replace DC CONTROL CIRCUIT BREAKER(para 3-100).Replace START-RUN-STOP switch (para 3-119).Replace defective speed switch (para 3-186).Perform starting procedure as described inparagraph 2-12.Fill fuel tank or use auxiliary fuel supply(para 2-3).Drain fuel system, service with proper grade offuel (para l-4b).Bleed fuel system (para 3-56c).Clean restriction or replace tine.Replace float switch (para 3-159).Replace fuel solenoid valve (para 3-158).Service filter and strainer (para 3-34).Service filter (pars 3-197).Replace nozzle holder assembly (para 3-201).Service air filter assembly (fig. 3-5).Change 183-21
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