TM 5-6115-584-12NAVFAC P-8-622-12TO-35C2-3-456-1TM-05682C-12B-BeforeTable 3-2. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Cont.)NOTEWithin designated interval, these checks are to be performed in the order listed.ItemNo.IntervalD-DuringA-AfterW-WeeklyM-MonthlyItem To BeInspectedBatteriesFuel strainerand filtersFuel tankAcousticalSuppression Kit(ASK)Front PanelAssemblyDay TankProceduresCheck for and have repairedor adjusted as necessaryNOTEIf the Generator Set is not going to be operated fortwo weeks or more, disconnect the negative cablefrom the battery. The Generator Set will be ready togo upon reconnection of the negative cable.Even if the Generator Set is operated every day, thebattery may still run down. A run down battery doesnot have time to be recharged. Run the Generator Setfor at least 30 minutes at rated speed. Allow extrarunning time if the preheater was used, or if startingtook several tries.Check battery electrolyte levels. Proper level is 3/8inch above plates. Use clean water (distilled if avail-able).NOTEFuel system temperature must be above freezingwhen draining water and sediment.Drain water and sediment from strainer, primary andsecondary filters. Allow to drain until fuel runs clean(para 3-20).Drain water and sediment. Allow to drain until fuelruns clean (para 3-13).Make a visual inspection of the ASK for loose or miss-ing hardware, and for any bent, cracked or brokenparts. Tighten all loose hardware.Ensure that front panel assembly is free from obstruc-tions or accumulation of dirt, leaves, debris whichwould hinder air flow.Drain water and sediment.NOTEIn freezing weather drain shortly after operation.A11ow to drain until fuel runs clear.Section IV. TROUBLESHOOTINGEquipment isNot Ready/Available if:3-10. MALFUNCTIONS NOT CORRECTED BY USEOF THE TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE.3-9. GENERALThis section contains troubleshooting information for locat-ing and correcting operating troubles which may develop inThis manual cannot list all malfunctions that may occur northe 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 correctivetions which will help you to determine probable causes andactions, notify your supervisor.corrective actions to take. You should perform the test/inspections and corrective actions in the order listed.3-6Change 9
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