TM 9-2350-247-10
START ENGINE (M548A1) Continued
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CAUTION
If the engine doesnt start after 30 seconds of cranking, release the START switch and let the
starter cool for 30 seconds before you try again. If you cant restart the warm engine in five
tries, notify unit maintenance.
20. Push in the fuel cut-off and press the START switch to restart the engine.
CAUTION
Normal idle is 650700 rpm, and normal coolant temperature is 160
F230
F (71
C110
C). If
you let the engine run at idle for too long, the engine could cool below 140
F (60
C). Running
below 140
F (60
C) for very long can damage the engine. Run the engine at 1,2001,500 rpm to
keep coolant temperature in the normal range.
NOTE
If the instruction plate on the door of your carrier says to warm up the transmission in 13
range, you have the wrong plate. Notify unit maintenance.
21. Put the transmission range selector in 2-3 range and set the hand throttle to run the engine at 8001,000 rpm for about 10
minutes. This is to warm up the transmission.
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