TM 9-2350-277-34FINAL TEST – COOLANT HEATER — Continued 0077 00EXHAUST COLLECTOR1. Conduct the heater exhaust away from the test area. Use an exhaust extension made of flexible hose (8) not more than 10feet long.TESTING1. A complete test of the coolant heater consists of the following:a. Fuel flow test (WP 0078 00).b. Burn test.c. Restriction thermostat test.d. Overheat thermostat test.e. Combustion air blower test.2. Obtaining equipment for the combustion air blower test may be difficult. Do not do this test if the heater burns properlyand the igniter cavity does not show undue carbon deposits.3. Replace the blower if the heater goes out during test or smokes a lot and has heavy carbon deposits in the igniter cavity(WP 0084 00). Moderate carbon deposits are normal and do not indicate a bad blower.BURN TEST1. Secure coolant heater to test stand (1) and coolant, fuel, electrical, and exhaust connections. Do not start the heaterunless there is an ample supply of coolant.2. Remove heater end cover (2) and check inside for coolant leakage before starting burn test. Replace heater if coolant hasleaked.3. Place heater control switch in START position and start timing heater immediately.0077 00-5
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