TM 5-6115-271-14
TO 35C2-3-386-1
TM 05926A-14
NAVFAC P-8-613-14
Table 3-3. Troubleshooting (Cont'd)
Table 3-3. Troubleshooting (Cont'd)
MALFUNCTION
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. GENERATOR FAILS TO BUILD UP TO
3. GENERATOR FAILS TO SUPPLY LOAD
RATED VOLTAGE (All Models) (Cont'd)
(Model MEP-016A) (Cont'd)
Refer to organizational maintenance person-
Place the circuit breaker in the OFF position.
nel.
Turn the variable resistor knob (labeled "ad-
Inspect the load terminals for cracks, breaks,
just volts" and "increase volts") until the
Step 3.
loose terminals and other damage.
required voltage is attained.
Refer to organizational maintenance person-
2. GENERATOR OVERHEATS (All Models)
nel.
Visually inspect for material trapped over the genera-
Check the circuit breaker to see if it is open.
Step 4.
tor ventilators.
Close the circuit breaker.
Remove any restrictions that were blocking
If the circuit breaker will not stay closed, it is
Step 5.
the ventilators.
defective.
Refer to organizational maintenance.
3. GENERATOR FAILS TO SUPPLY LOAD
4. GENERATOR VOLTAGE FLUCTUATES
(Model MEP-016A)
Inspect for audible engine speed fluctuation.
Step 1.
Check for a defective fuse by removing the
Refer to APPENDIX A.
two fusecaps. Push in and turn the caps
counterclockwise, and pull the fuses out. In-
5. UNIT CAUSES RADIO INTERFERENCE
spect the fuses for burns, cracks, or breaks.
Inspect the load lines for loose connections.
Step 1.
Replace the fuse with another fuse carrying a
Tighten all load line connections securely.
15-amp, 250 volt rating. To install, push in
Inspect established ground for loose connec-
Step 2.
and turn the cap clockwise.
tions.
Step 2.
Check for a cracked, broken or corroded fuse-
Tighten all ground connections securely.
holder.
Section V. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
placement to organizational maintenance person-
3-7. General
nel.
This section contains information on the main-
tenance of the equipment that is the responsibil-
3-10. Fuse and Fuseholder (Model MEP-
ity of the operator.
016A)
WARNING
a. Inspection. Inspect fuse to determine if it is
defective. Inspect fuseholder for possible damage.
Before servicing any part of the genera-
tor set, make certain that the engine is
stopped. Failure to observe this safety
to remove a defective fuse and install a new one.
precaution could result in severe elec-
Refer removal or installation of the fuseholder to
trical shock or death by electrocution.
organizational maintenance personnel.
3-8. Frame, Shock Mounts and Ground Stud
3-11. Fuel Tank, Fuel line, Fuel Hose, and
Fuel Selector Valve
Inspect the frame, shock mounts, and ground
stud (fig. 1-2) for any signs of damage or wear.
Inspect the fuel tank (B, fig. 4-12), fuel line (fig.
Refer all removal and/or installation to organiza-
4-19), fuel hose (fig. 4-19), and fuel selector valve
tional maintenance personnel.
to all removal and/or installation to organizational
maintenance personnel.
3-9. Controls and Instruments
Clean all meters (figs. 2-2, 2-3 and 2-4) and
3-12. Fuel Filter and Air Cleaner
inspect them for broken glass, improper operation
or other damage. Inspect controls for ease of
Service for the fuel filter (fig. 4-19) and air
operation, broken knobs, or other obvious damage.
cleaner is as shown in service manuals. (See Ap-
Refer any control or instrument requiring re-
pendix A.)
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