TM 5-6115-593-12
TO 35C2-3-463-1
Section V. OPERATOR/CREW MAINTENANCE
3-6.
GENERAL. Instructions in this section are
provided to assist the operator/crew in maintaining the
generator
set.
If
during
inspections
defective
components
are
noted,
refer
to
higher
level
maintenance for replacement or repair.
3-7.
MAINTENANCE
OF
BATTERIES
AND
RELATED ITEMS.
a.
Inspection
(1) Inspect cables and connectors for corrosion
and looseness.
(2) Inspect batteries for damage or cracked
cases.
b.
Service. Service at intervals shown in table 3-2.
(1) Check electrolyte level of batteries. If low,
fill with distilled water to 3/8 inch (9.5 mm)
above plates. Refer to next higher level of
maintenance.
(2) Apply grease to cable connectors to prevent
corrosion. If connectors are corroded, clean
prior to applying grease. (3) Replace
batteries when cracked. Refer to next higher
level of maintenance.
(4) Tighten loose cable connectors. Refer to
next higher level of maintenance.
3-8.
MAINTENANCE
OF
MUFFLER
AND
EXHAUST.
WARNING
Be certain that the exhaust is not fed back into
the system, or back into the immediate area of
working personnel. Exhaust may be injurious to
the health of personnel. Inspect the mufflers
and exhaust system as follows (see figure 4-11):
a.
Inspect
mufflers
for
looseness,
rust,
and
damage.
b.
Inspect metal hoses for rust and dents.
c.
Inspect entire exhaust system for evidence of
leaks, particularly around gasket areas.
d.
Inspect weather cap for proper operation. Cap
must open and close freely.
e.
Inspect entire assembly for loose nuts and bolts.
3-9 MAINTENANCE OF EXTERNAL POWER BOX
ASSEMBLY. See figure 4-12 and inspect receptacles,
circuit breakers, switches, and plate and sleeve
assembly for loose mounting and loose electrical
connections.
3-10.
MAINTENANCE OF AC-DC CONTROL BOX
ASSEMBLY. Inspect the AC-DC Control Box Assembly
as follows (see figure 4-17):
a.
Inspect circuit breaker, switches, potentiometer,
and DC amp shunt for cracks, breaks, corroded
terminals and loose electrical connections.
b. Inspect
receptacles
and
shorting
plug
for
damaged threads, bent, loose or missing pins.
c.
Inspect wiring for defective insulation.
3-11.
MAINTENANCE OF CONTROL CUBICLE. See
figures 4-20 and 4-22 and proceed as follows:
a.
Inspection.
(1) Inspect transformers, switches, and circuit
breakers for cracks, breaks, corroded terminals,
and loose electrical connections.
(2) Inspect gauges and instruments for damage.
(3) Inspect lamps for loose electrical connections.
(4) Inspect receptacles for damaged threads, bent,
loose, or missing pins. Inspect telephone jack
for loose mounting.
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