TM 5-3895-370-14&P
3-4. OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING
PROCEDURES.
Table 3-2 contains the malfunctions listed in the Operator Troubleshooting Symptom Index (Table 3-1), test and
inspection instructions required to determine the cause of the malfunction, and corrective actions for repairing equipment.
Table 3-2. Operator Troubleshooting Procedures
Malfunction
Test or inspection
Corrective action
ENGINE
1.
ENGINE CRANKS BUT WILL NOT START.
Step 1. Ensure proper starting technique (para 2-14).
If proper technique is not being used, use proper technique (para 2-14).
If proper technique is being used, go to step 2.
Step 2. Check indication on fuel gage.
If fuel gage reads empty, refill fuel tank (para 3-7).
If fuel gage indicates there is fuel in the tank, go to step 3.
Step 3. Check that fuel feed and return valves are open.
If valves are closed, open valves (para 2-11).
If valves are open, go to step 4.
Step 4. Remove fuel tank fill cap and visually check fuel level (para 3-7).
If tank is empty, fill tank and notify unit maintenance that gage does not work.
If tank is not empty, go to step 5.
Step 5. Turn fuel/water separator valve to drain water from separator (para 3-6).
If engine still does not start, go to step 6.
Step 6. Check air restriction indicator for clogged air cleaner filter (para 2-15).
If restriction indicator shows that air cleaner filter is clogged, go to step 7.
If restriction indicator shows that air cleaner filter is OK, notify unit maintenance of
engine malfunction.
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