Table 4-1. Organizational Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services - (Continued)
W -Weekly
Q- Quarterly
M -Monthly
S- Semiannually
Interval
Item
Item
To Be
No. W M Q S
Inspected
Procedures
5
· Air Shutdown
Inspect solenoid for proper operation and for exterior
Solenoid
damage, broken or loose connecting wires, loose terminal
nuts, or broken insulation.
Inspect control rod for bends or other damage. Also inspect
other solenoid linkage components for exterior damage.
Check operation of air shutdown solenoid as follows:
WARNING
Exposure to exhaust gases produces symptoms of
headache, dizziness, loss of muscular control,
drowsiness, or coma. Brain damage or death can
result from severe exposure.
Fumes from engines become concentrated with
poor ventilation.
1. Operate engine in a ventilated area only.
2. Ventilate personnel compartments when
idling engine.
3. While running vehicles, be alert for fumes.
Keep compartments ventilated. If someone is
overcome, expose to fresh air; keep warm and
still; give artificial respiration if needed. Seek
medical attention. Administer oxygen, if
available.
GOOD VENTILATION IS THE BEST DEFENSE
AGAINST EXHAUST POISONING.
a. Start engine. Allow it to warm up for 1 minute.
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