TM 5-3895-370-14&P
Section II. OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING
3-2. TROUBLESHOOTING INTRODUCTION.
This section contains step by step procedures for the operator to identify, locate, and isolate equipment malfunctions.
3-3. TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS.
Refer to Table 3-1 for a list of common malfunctions. Table 3-2 lists the test/inspection and corrective action required for
each malfunction. Tests/inspections and corrective actions should be performed in the order listed. If a malfunction is not
listed, or is not corrected by listed corrective actions, notify your supervisor.
Table 3-1. Operator Troubleshooting Symptom Index
Troubleshooting
Procedure
Page
ENGINE
1.
Engine cranks but will not start .......................................................................................... 3-10
2.
Engine does not develop full power .................................................................................... 3-11
3.
Engine hard to start or will not start - no smoke from exhaust................................................ 3-12
4.
Engine starts but will not keep running................................................................................. 3-12
5.
Engine idles rough............................................................................................................. 3-13
6.
Engine will not reach rated speed........................................................................................ 3-13
7.
Engine exhaust smokes excessively ................................................................................... 3-14
8.
Engine will not stop running ................................................................................................ 3-14
9.
Engine operating temperature too high................................................................................ 3-14
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1.
Gage panel or control console lights do not operate............................................................. 3-14
2.
Gages do not operate......................................................................................................... 3-15
3.
Flow rate indicator (GPM meter) does not operate .............................................................. 3-15
4.
Taillights do not operate ..................................................................................................... 3-15
FUEL SYSTEM
Engine starts and stops ........................................................................................................... 3-16
BITUMINOUS SYSTEM
Bituminous pump fails to pump material ................................................................................... 3-16
HAND SPRAY WAND
Hand Spray Wand will not spray when valves are opened .......................................................... 3-17
PORTABLE TORCH ASSEMBLY
1.
Portable torch will not emit steady stream of JP-8 ................................................................ 3-18
2.
Portable torch difficult to ignite............................................................................................ 3-18
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