TM 5-3825-270-23&P
FIELD MAINTENANCE
BATTERY VOLTAGE GAUGE READS LOW
INITIAL SETUP:
References (cont.)
Tools and Special Tools
Battery Replacement (WP 0086)
Tool Kit, General Mechanic's: Automotive
Main Control Panel Battery Voltage Gauge
(WP 0225, Table 1, Item 12)
Replacement (WP 0087)
Multimeter (WP 0225, Table 1, Item 4)
Engine Does Not Crank (WP 0006)
Tap & Die Set (Screwdriver) (WP 0225, Table 1,
General Wire Harness Replacement (WP 0099)
Item 2)
Open/Close Battery Box Cover (TM
5-3825-270-10)
Personnel Required
Water Distributor Operator Manual (TM
Construction Equipment Repairer 91L (2)
5-3825-270-10)
References
Equipment Condition
Alternator And Bracket Replacement (WP 0081)
Engine OFF. (TM 5-3825-270-10)
Battery Disconnect/Connection (WP 0085)
Batteries Servicing And Testing (WP 0082)
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
BATTERY VOLTAGE GAUGE READS LOW
STEP 1
Does engine crank?
NOTE
Engine will not start if batteries are drained or not charged to adequate level. Battery voltage
gauge may not be faulty. This test aides in troubleshooting isolation.
Attempt to start engine. (TM 5-3825-270-10)
CONDITION/INDICATION
Does engine crank?
DECISION
No - Go to Engine Does Not Crank. (WP 0006)
Yes - Go to step 2. (Step 2 - Does BATTERY VOLTAGE gauge read 26 to 28 VDC with engine running?)
STEP 2
Does BATTERY VOLTAGE gauge read 26 to 28 VDC with engine running?
NOTE
Normal operating voltage is 26 to 28 VDC.
1.
Observe BATTERY VOLTAGE gauge.
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