TM-9-2350-247-10 Operator Manual M548A1 M548A3 Tracked Cargo Carrier Download
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TM 9-2350-247-10 STOP ENGINE (M548A3) — Continued 0024 00 C A U T I O N Turbo may be damaged by heat if engine is immediately stopped after long periods of operation. Allow engine to run at idle speed (600–650 rpm) for 3–5 minutes before stopping. In hot weather, do not stop engine until engine coolant temperature is at 185 F (85 C) or lower. 5. Change rpm from 600–650 to 1,000–1,200 rpm for 3 to 5 minutes. Return engine to idle speed (600–650 rpm). C A U T I O N Regulator may be damaged if you turn MASTER SWITCH OFF with engine running. Make sure engine has stopped before turning MASTER SWITCH OFF. 6. Pull fuel cutoff control all the way out to stop engine. NOTE If temperature is below -25 F (-32 C), start engine coolant heater. See task; OPERATE ENGINE COOLANT HEATER KIT (M548A3) (WP 0041 00). 7. Turn the MASTER SWITCH OFF. END OF TASK 0024 00-2