TM 5-4320-300-14
Table 4-2. Organizational Maintenance Troubleshooting
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
NOTE
All TEST OR INSPECTON or CORREC-
TIVE ACTION steps assume that engine side
panels have been removed if necessary for
access.
1.
ENGINE FAILS TO CRANK OR CRANKS AT LOW SPEED
WARNING
CAUSTIC CHEMICALS IN BATTERIES
Severe burns or blindness may result if bat-
tery electrolyte comes in contact with skin
or eyes.
Rinse skin and eyes thoroughly with
cold water if in contact with electrolyte.
BATTERIES GENERATE FLAMMABLE
GAS
· Leave battery vent plugs installed while
battery is being charged.
· Charge battery in a well-ventilated area.
· Do not smoke or use open flame or spark-
producing equipment in the vicinity of
charging battery.
Step 1. Check for weak battery.
Recharge or replace battery if necessary.
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