TM 5-3820-276-10-2
0142
ENGINE STARTS BUT RUNS IRREGULARLY OR FAILS - GROUTER - Continued
CORRECTIVE ACTION - Continued
a.
If fuel level is low, fill to adequate level with proper fuel (Volume 1, WP 0038). Start engine
and verify if normal engine operation is restored. (Volume 1, WP 0040)
b.
If fuel level is adequate for operation, notify maintenance.
MALFUNCTION
Battery cables and/or terminals loose, damaged, or corroded.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.
Shut down engine (Volume 1, WP 0040).
2.
Position ignition switch to O (Off) position (Figure 7).
OFF
ON
OFF
SWITCH
SWITCH
SWITCH
IGNITION
SWITCH
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Figure 7.
Ignition Switch.
WARNING
DO NOT allow battery acid to contact eyes, skin, or fabric. Upon contact with
eyes or skin, immediately flush with water, apply first aid and obtain medical
attention. DO NOT lean over battery when connecting or disconnecting battery
cables. DO NOT allow negative and positive cables to touch each other. Keep
open flame or sparks away from battery vent holes. ALWAYS wear eye
protection when working with batteries. Failure to comply may result in injury or
death to personnel. Seek medical attention in the event of an injury.
3.
Verify if battery cables (Figure 8) and terminals are loose, damaged or corroded (WP 0203).
