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 TM 55-1905-222-14
Section IV. OPERATING UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
2-6 COLD WEATHER OPERATION.
2-6.1 Starting Aid.
WARNING
Do not overuse starting aid. Overloading the engine air box with
this highly volatile fluid may result In an explosion.
a.
Spray starting aid from aerosol can into engine air box. Follow manufacturer's instructions
b.
Wait 3 seconds and then push ENG START button to start engine.
2-6.2 Engines. Keep engine compartment as warm as possible without shutting off ventilation completely.
2-6.3 Batteries.
a.
Keep batteries fully charged to prevent freezing.
b.
Check specific gravity and adjust to suit particular conditions (TM 9-6140-200-15).
c.
Check batteries for correct terminal voltage.
2-6.4 Cooling System. Add antifreeze to engine fresh water cooling system to prevent freezing (TB 750-651).
2-6.5 Lubricating Oil. Refer to LO 5-2815-231-12 for instructions concerning lubrication of engines during
operation in cold weather.
WARNING
Never use a blow torch or other similar means for heating fuel or
lubricating lines.
2-6.6 Steering System. Test steering system thoroughly by moving steering wheel from left to right. Turn
steering wheel slowly at first to loosen any ice that may have formed between the hull and rudders at waterline.
2-6.7 Hull and Fittings.
a.
Keep caps installed on hose connections, except when filling.
b
Remove Ice from ladders and passageways on main deck.
2-6.8 Navigation Lights and Horn. Ice may form on any of these units and prevent proper operation.
Carefully remove ice from unit.
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