TM 5-6115-323-14
Table 3-2. OPERATOR/CREW PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES
B - BEFORE OPERATION
A - AFTER OPERATION
D -DURING OPERATION
Item
N o
.
Interval
Item
Procedures
Equipment is
to be
Check for and have
B
D
A
inpected
repaixed or adjusted as necessary
available if:
1
l
Generator set
a. Check generator set for tight ground
Generator set is not
connections and proper ground rod installation.
grounded properly.
l
l
b. Check for fuel and Oil leaks.
Class I fuel leak detected
or class III oil leak
detected.
l
c. Inspect for loose, damaged, or missing parts
Any loose, damaged, or
and unusual wear or deterioration.
missing parts; (i.e., spark
plugs, manifolds, starter,
or other items).
2
l
Oil gage rod
Check crankcase oil level. Add oil as required
3
l
Gages and
Check for proper generator operation
Instruments
l
a. Voltmeter
Adjust for desired voltage. Rotate voltage
Voltage cannot be adjusted.
selector switch to monitor the various output
voltage combinations (120 or 240).
l
b. Frequency meter
Normal indication: MEP-015A, 60 Hz
Indicates frequency too
(59 to 61 Hz).
high or too low.
l
c. Load meter
Indicates percentage of applied load. Rotate
Meter indication exceeds
current selector switch to monitor the load
125%.
applied to each phase. Not to exceed 125%.
4
Fuel tank
WARNING
When handling gasoline, always provide a
metal-to-metal contact between the
container and fuel tank. This will prevent
a spark from being generated as gasoline
flows over the metallic surfaces.
Never service generator set when in
operation.
l
After operation, fill tank to prevent moisture
condensation.
Change 8
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