Chapter 2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - TM-10-3930-618-100040

CHAPTER 2

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE

The operator must possess a valid SF-46 (U. S. Government Vehicle

Operators Identification Card) be-fore operating this truck.

2-1. Starting

a. Perform the daily preventive maintenance procedures described in table 3-1.

b. Start the engine as follows:

(1) Engage the parking brake, if not previously engaged, by pulling up on lever.

(2) Transmission shift lever must be in NEUTRAL position.

(3) Pull choke out half-way.

(4) Depress accelerator pedal slightly.

(5) Turn ignition switch to ON position; press starter button. Release button when engine starts. If engine

fails to start when starter button is pressed, pull choke out all the way. Do not press starter button more than 3-to-4-

seconds at a time.

(6) Check oil pressure gage. Pressure should be between 20- and 30-pounds

(7) Check ammeter. Ammeter should indicate charge (+) at above idle speed.

(8) After engine is warm, push choke button in.

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