TM 5-6115-271-14
TO 35C2-3-386-1
TM-05926A-14
NAVFAC P-8-613-14
overheating any single spot thereon. Do
not apply direct heat or flame to the nylon
Operate the heating torch as shown by figure 2-11.
fuel tank, the fuel tank lines and fuel filter
system.
CAUTION
Move heating torch continuously while
NOTE
heat is being applied. This will prevent
The heating torch should be applied at the
damage to the engine crankcase from
apertures (four on each side) beneath both
sides of the engine.
OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
Section iii.
cover it with the canvas cover.
NOTE
2-6. Operation in Extreme Heat
At temperatures of -25F. (-32C.) to -65F.
(-59 `C.), it may be necessary to utilize a
a. Indoor Ventilation. If the generator set is
winterization kit (fig. 3-2).
operated indoors, allow sufficient room around the
unit for air circulation and ventilate the room.
a. Keep the fuel tank as full as possible at all times
b. Cooling. Inspect covers, roof, and shrouds fre-
to prevent condensation.
quently to make sure they are clean and properly in-
b. Drain and service the fuel filter more often than
stalled. Place air intake shutter in the SUMMER posi-
under normal conditions. (See Appendix A for ap-
tion (to the right) when the ambient temperature is
propriate manual.)
above 32F (0C).
c. Lubricate the engine as instructed in ap-
propriate manuals (see Appendix A) and LO
make sure the generator is not overloaded.
5-2805-203-12. Air Force will use the lubrication sec-
d. Lubrication. Lubricate as specified in LO
tion of applicable T.O. 35C2-3-1-426 WC Series
5-2805-203-12. Air Force will use the lubrication sec-
workcards.
tion of applicable T.O. 35C2-3-1-426 WC Series
d. Remove any ice or snow which may have ac-
workcards.
cumulated on the engine, generator, or wiring.
2-7. Operation in Dusty or Sandy Areas
CAUTION
Do not bend or kink wiring as it becomes
Take advantage of natural barriers which offer protec-
brittle with extreme cold.
tion from dust and sand.
b. Air Cleaners. Service the air cleaner daily to
WINTER position (to the left) when the ambient
keep the carburetor free of dirt and sand. (See Appen-
temperature is 32F. (0C.) or lower.
dix A for appropriate manuals.)
NOTE
c. Lubrication. Clean all lubrication points before
It may be necessary to utilize a heating
applying lubricants. Clean area around oil filler cap
torch to start the engine. If this does
before inspecting and adding oil.
become necessary, refer to paragraph 2-4.
d. Fuel. Prevent sand from entering fuel while ser-
vicing the fuel tank. Service fuel tank strainer prior
f. After starting the engine, allow sufficient time
to adding fuel.
for it to reach normal operating temperature before
applying the load.
2-8. Operation under Rainy or Humid Conditions
g. Observe the shutter at the top of the winteriza-
a. General. If the unit is outdoors and is not
tion shroud; if it does not operate properly the engine
operating, cover the unit with the canvas cover.
will not reach operating temperatures. (See Appendix
Remove the cover during dry period.
A for appropriate manual.)
