TM 5-3825-270-10
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
BATTERY VOLTAGE GAUGE READS HIGH OR LOW
INITIAL SETUP:
References
Equipment Condition
Discharge From Hose Reel Assembly (WP 0017)
Engine OFF. (WP 0017)
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
BATTERY VOLTAGE GAUGE READS HIGH OR LOW
STEP 1
Is engine off with work lights illuminated?
NOTE
With engine off, normal battery voltage is 24-28 vdc.
Voltage gauge may read low if engine is off and work lights are illuminated.
Ensure not to operate water distributor work lights with engine off for long periods of time.
Verify if engine is off and work lights are illuminated.
CONDITION/INDICATION
Is engine off with work lights illuminated?
DECISION
No - Go to step 2. (Step 2 - Does battery voltage gauge read high or low with engine running?)
Yes - Notify maintenance personnel batteries require servicing.
STEP 2
Does battery voltage gauge read high or low with engine running?
NOTE
Normal battery voltage is 26-30 vdc with engine running.
1.
Start engine. (WP 0017)
2.
Observe battery voltage gauge.
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