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2-9.4 Tire Inspection.
a. Inspect pneumatic tires for wear, damage, and proper inflation. Refer to Operator/Crew Preventative Checks and
Services Table 2-3.
b. Insure plain hexagon nuts on pneumatic tire are tightened in-accordance with TM9-2610-200-14.
2-9.5 Preparations for Unhooking.
a. Set parking brake assembly and disconnect electrical connections.
b. Unhook chains.
c. Lower leveling-support jack and stabilizers. Insure leveling-support jack and stabilizers are securely locked in down
position.
d. Use leveling-support jack to raise drawbar coupler from towing vehicle coupling device.
e. Move towing vehicle clear of compressor and set hazard indicators or barricades as appropriate.
Section IV: OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
2-10 GENERAL.
This compressor is designed to operate normally within a wide range of climatic conditions. However, some
extreme conditions require special operating and servicing procedures to permit starting and to prevent
excessive wear on equipment.
2-11 EXTREME COLD CONDITIONS.
2-11.1 Precautions.
NOTE
Before adding fuel clean ice and snow from tank cap to avoid water in fuel.
a. Keep fuel tank assembly full when not operating to prevent condensation.
b. Use low temperature lubricant in engine and compressor per L09-4310-396-12.
2-11.2 Start Up at Temperatures Below 32°F (0°C). If the engine will not start below 32°F (0°C), the following procedures
are applicable.
a. Crank motor starter for 1-2 minutes (reference 2-6.7). Wait 15-20 seconds before attempting to reengage motor
starter.
b. If it does not start but storage battery is still turning engine at normal speed, open access door and push remote
control lever (2, Figure 2-10) on engine.
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