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2-13 EXTREME HOT CONDITIONS.
2-13.1 Operation.
a. If subjected to continually high ambients of 100°F (38 C) or above for any length of time, follow L09-4310-396-12
for engine and compressor lubrication.
NOTE
Access doors will swing and lay on top hood assembly while compressor is operating.
b. In unusually high ambient temperatures of 100 F (38°C) or above it is necessary to provide additional ventilation by
opening access doors (2, Figure 2-21) on each side.
2-14 EMERGENCY CONDITIONS.
2-14.1 Engine Starting.
a. If storage battery too low to start engine, engine is equipped with recoil starter.
NOTE
The switch key ON position only gives a light to indicate power on condition.
b. Turn switch key to ON position.
c. Push knob (1, Figure 2-9) located inside frame control panel (2) to allow fuel flow.
d. Open and vent drain valve to 0 air pressure and close.
e. Pull knob and starter rope handle of recoil starter with adequate force to turn engine.
WARNING
Storage batteries give off flammable fumes that can explode. Improper jumper
cable connections can cause an explosion. Prevent sparks near storage batteries.
Sparks could cause vapors to explode. Do not allow jumper cable ends to contact
each other or engine. Do not smoke when observing storage battery electrolyte
levels. Always wear protective glasses working with storage batteries. Electrolyte
is an acid and can cause personal injury if it contacts skin or eyes. Failure to
observe this warning may result in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION
When using an external electrical source to start engine, turn switch key off and
remove switch key. Turn off electrical accessories before attaching jumper cables.
When using jumper cables always connect POSITIVE (+) cable to POSITIVE (+)
terminal of storage battery and NEGATIVE (-) cable to a convenient location on
trailer base. Do not reverse storage battery leads. Always attach ground storage
battery lead last and remove ground storage battery lead first. The alternator can
be damaged.
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