B-Before
TM 5-6115-584-12
NAVFAC P-8-622-12
TO-35C2-3456-1
TM-05682C-12
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.
D-During
A-After
W-Weekly
M-Monthly
Item To Be
Inspected
Generator set
(cont.)
Controls and
a. Battery
indicator
b. Frequency
meter
c. Percent rated
current meter
d. Voltmeter
e. Oil pressure
gage
f. Fuel gage
Fuel tank
Procedures
Check for and have repaired
or adjusted as necessary
Equipment is
Not Ready/
Available if:
c. Check that grounding cable is installed and
tight (para 4-2e, fig. 4-2).
d. Check restriction indicator; if RED, clean or
replace air filter element. (para 3-18)
NOTE
During starting and operation, check restriction
indicator. Check for leaks, loose or cracked parts,
unusual noise, rough-running, excessive vibration,
lack of power, incorrect instrument readings, or
any indication of a failing or defective component.
If suspected, notify organizational maintenance.
Instruments will indicate within specified limits.
Normal indication: yellow while charging, green
when fully charged.
Normal indication: 60 Hz (red line) with load
on generator.
Normal indication: Percent of load (output) on
each phase. Not to exceed 100% load or 5%
difference between phases.
Normal indication: 120, 208 or 240 volts
depending on AMP Volt transfer switch position.
Normal indication: 20 to 45 psig at rated RPM.
Normal indication: Full
Fill tank upon completion of operation.
Dangerous gases. Do not smoke or use open flame
while servicing battery, due to possible presence
of hydrogen, a highly explosive gas.
Cable is improperly
installed or missing.
Air cleaner is
missing or
unserviceable.
Indicator indicates
red.
Indicating in
the Red.
Proper frequency
cannot be
maintained.
Desired voltage
cannot be obtained.
Oil pressure drops
below 15 psig.
Change 6
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