TM 5-3825-270-23&P
FIELD MAINTENANCE
EXCESSIVELY LONG CRANK TIMES
INITIAL SETUP:
References (cont.)
Tools and Special Tools
Engine Nozzle Assembly Holder (Injection Nozzle)
Tool Kit, General Mechanic's: Automotive
Replacement (WP 0120)
(WP 0225, Table 1, Item 12)
Fuel Line Replacement (WP 0172)
Pan, Drain, 5 Gal Cap (WP 0225, Table 1, Item 2)
Fuel Pump Replacement (WP 0173)
Multimeter (WP 0225, Table 1, Item 4)
Fuel/Water Separator And Filter Head
Replacement (WP 0176)
Personnel Required
Field Level Preventive Maintenance Checks And
Construction Equipment Repairer 91L (2)
Services (PMCS) (WP 0069)
Water Distributor Operator Manual (TM
5-3825-270-10)
References
Air Cleaner Assembly Repair (WP 0170)
Batteries Servicing And Testing (WP 0082)
Equipment Condition
Battery Replacement (WP 0086)
Engine OFF. (TM 5-3825-270-10)
Engine Injection Pump Replacement (WP 0117)
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
EXCESSIVELY LONG CRANK TIMES
STEP 1
Is ambient air below 32F (0C)?
NOTE
The water distributor is equipped with engine glow plugs to help warm the engine for starting.
If the ambient temperature is or has recently been approximately 32F (0C), multiple
attempts at starting the engine may be necessary.
Note recent and current ambient temperature.
CONDITION/INDICATION
Is ambient air below 32F (0C)?
DECISION
No - Go to step 2. (Step 2 - Has water distributor been started recently?)
Yes - Do not operate. Store water distributor (TM 5-3825-270-10), and resume operation when temperature
reaches 33F (0.5C) or more.
STEP 2
Has water distributor been started recently?
CAUTION
Continuous cranking of water distributor engine can cause starter to overheat. If water
distributor engine does not start after 10 seconds, release ENGINE START/ENGINE STOP
switch and allow starter to cool for one minute before additional starting attempts. Failure to
comply may result in damage to equipment.
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