TM 10-4320-310-14
Table 3-1. Operator Troubleshooting (Continued)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
8.
ENGINE STOPS RUNNING
Death or serious injury could occur if fuel is not handled carefully.
Use in a well-ventilated area away from open flame, arcing
equipment, Ignition sources, heaters, or excessive heat. Engine
must be turned off and cool before refueling. Use proper refueling
procedures and equipment to avoid spillage. Do not run engine near
open fuel containers. Always store fuel In properly marked
containers. DO NOT SMOKE.
Step 1.
Check for insufficient fuel supply.
Fill fuel tank.
Step 2.
Check air cleaner restriction indicator.
If red band appears in window of restriction indicator, and rain hood is not
blocked and no damage to system components is found, replace air filter
(para 3-4).
9.
EXCESSIVE LUBRICATING OIL CONSUMPTION
Step 1.
Check for leakage at oil drain plug or oil filler cap.
If drain plug or oil filler cap is leaking, try to tighten. If leak continues,
notify unit maintenance.
Step 2.
Check for leakage at joint between timing cover and crankcase.
Notify unit maintenance.
Step 3.
Check for leakage around cylinder head.
Notify unit maintenance.
Step 4
Check for smoky exhaust (See Malfunction 5). If exhaust discharge contains oil,
excessive oil is being burned in engine cylinder or around cylinder valve stems.
Notify unit maintenance.
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