TM 5-4320-306-10
Table 2-1. Operator's Controls and Indicators - Continued
Key
Control or Indicator
Function
3
Ether start kit
Used to help start engine when the air temperature is too
cold for normal start. Operated by a control knob on
bottom of ether cylinder. Mounted on right side of the
control panel housing.
4
ALTERNATOR light
Lights when battery is charging. It may light briefly after
starting the engine, and should go out with continued
operation.
5
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE gage
Indicates engine oil pressure in psi. Electrically connected
by a wire to the engine. Graduated in 30 psi (206.7 kPa)
increments from 0 to 120 psi (0 to 826.8 kPa).
6
PANEL LIGHTS switch
Switch used to turn panel lights on and off. Push switch up
for bright light, down for dim light.
7
TACHOMETER/HOURMETER
Indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm)
gage and maintains a running total of engine operating
hours to tenths of an hour. Graduated in 500 rpm
increments from 0 to 4000 rpm. Time meter will record up
to 9999.9 hours of operation.
8
BATTERY VOLTMETER
Indicates battery voltage. gage
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