TM 55-1905-219-14-2
2-30.
PROPULSION ENGINE - COLD WEATHER - LOCAL STARTING.
a. Perform all before operations on the Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services Chart.
NOTE
Position all shut off valves open (counter-clockwise).
b. Operate hand pump (1) on hydrostarter in forward engine room to charge accumulators (2 and 3).
c.
Pressure gages (4 and 5) should read:
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
GAGE READING
Above 40 (4.4 )
F
C
1500 psi (1054.5 kg sq cm)
40 to 0 (4.4 to -17.8 )
F
F
C
C
2500 psi (1757.5 kg sq cm)
Below 0 (-17.8 )
F
C
3300 psi (2319.9 kg sq cm)
d. Operate hand pump (6) on hydrostarter in aft engine room to charge accumulators (7 and 8).
e. Pressure gages (9 and 10) should read:
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
GAGE READING
Above 40 (4.4 )
F
C
1500 psi (1054.5 kg sq cm)
40 to 0 (4.4 to -17.8 )
F
F
C
C
2500 psi (1757.5 kg sq cm)
Below 0 (-17.8 )
F
C
3300 psi (2319.9 kg sq cm)
2-250