TM 5-3825-270-10
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
SPRINKLER HEADS DO NOT OPERATE
INITIAL SETUP:
References
References (cont.)
Discharge From Sprinkler Nozzles (WP 0016)
PLS Prime Mover Operator Manual (TM
Prime Fully Drained Pump (WP 0019)
9-2320-364-10)
Universal Power Interface Kit (UPIK) Hookup
Equipment Condition
Engine ON. (WP 0016)
Water pump primed. (WP 0019)
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
SPRINKLER HEADS DO NOT OPERATE
NOTE
Operation of left and right sprinkler heads require connection to an air system supply and
adequate pressure.
Prime mover engine must be running to provide adequate air pressure to water distributor
sprinkler heads.
Minimum air pressure to operate sprinkler heads is 90 psi (620 kPa).
STEP 1
Are both sprinkler heads inoperative?
1.
Attempt to operate both sprinkler heads. (WP 0016)
2.
Verify if both sprinkler heads do not operate.
CONDITION/INDICATION
Are both sprinkler heads inoperative?
DECISION
No - If only one sprinkler head is inoperative, notify maintenance personnel applicable sprinkler head is
inoperative.
Yes - Go to step 2. (Step 2 - Is water distributor properly connected to exterior air source?)
STEP 2
Is water distributor properly connected to exterior air source?
Verify if water distributor is connected to exterior air source. (WP 0012)
CONDITION/INDICATION
Is water distributor properly connected to exterior air source?
DECISION
No - Properly connect water distributor to prime mover.WP 0012) Verify problem is solved. (Step 4 - Do sprinkler
heads operate?)
Yes - Go to step 3. (Step 3 - Are proper sprinkler head operating procedures being used?)
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