TM 5-4310-452-14
2-12. STARTING UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS (Con't).
CAUTION
Do not operate the compressor unit more than 15° out-of-level, either end-to-end or side-to-side.
If the unit is not level, the engine oil will not circulate correctly and may result in severe engine
damage.
b.
Raise or lower front leveling jack (3) until compressor unit (2) is within 15° of level, end-to-end. If compressor
unit is not within 15° of level, side-to-side, move compressor unit to a more suitable site.
WARNING
Slowly
open
manual
blowdown
valve, being careful to keep face and
any bare skin away from valve
opening. If this warning is not
followed, injury to personnel may
result.
c.
Open manual blowdown valve (4) to
ensure that pressure is relieved from oil
separator system. Close manual blowdown
valve after relieving pressure.
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