TM-9-2350-358-BD M109A6 Battlefield Damage Assessment and Repair Download
Page 167 of 343
TM 9-2350-358-BD 7-6. STARTER SWITCH - CONTINUED Materials/Tools: • Wire, electrical (item 76, Appendix C) • Tape, insulation, electrical (item 63, Appendix C) References: • TM 9-2350-314-10 • TM 9-2350-314-20-1-2 Other Options: Use toggle switch (item 68, Appendix C) Procedural Steps: 1. Gain access to starter switch. 2. Set MASTER power switch to OFF. 3. Remove wire 10S and wire 14 from starter switch. CAUTION The starter switch is a spring-loaded momentary switch that closes when pushed, but immediately opens when released. Insulated wire or jumper in following steps must be removed as soon as engine starts to avoid damage to starter motor. 4. Set MASTER power switch to ON. 5. Using insulated wire or jumper lead, connect wire 10S and wire 14 until engine starts, then remove insulated wire or jumper lead. 6. Using insulated electrical tape to cover and secure connectors on wires 10S and 14 until needed to start engine again. 7. Record BDAR action taken. When mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system using standard maintenance procedures. 7-7