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c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
Thread the fuel pickup tube (7) into the head (6). If the external fuel source is a 55-gallon
container, thread the extension pipe (8) onto the fuel pickup tube (7).
Remove the auxiliary fuel hose (4) from its storage location. It is stored in a compartment
below the generator set control panel, behind the bottom-right access door.
Thread one end of the auxiliary fuel hose (4) onto the fitting on the container adapter (3).
Tighten the connection.
Connect the free end of the auxiliary fuel hose (4) to the generator set external fuel supply
connection (1). The connection is located beside the generator set fuel tank filler neck. Tighten
the connection.
Insert the container adapter (3) into the external fuel source (2). Secure the container adapter
by pressing down on the handle of the clamp (5).
WARNING
Never attempt to start the generator set if it is not properly grounded.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe personal injury or
death by electrocution.
Field Manual
2-3.3 Grounding of Generator Set. Ground the equipment in accordance with Army
FM 20-31. Typical ground rod installations are shown in figure 2-7. If a ground rod is used, install and
connect it as follows:
Figure 2-6. Ground Rod and Slide Hammer.
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