TM-9-2350-261-10 Operator Manual M113A2 M577A2 M1064 M1068 M1059 M901A1 Download
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TM 9-2350-261-10 START ENGINE — Continued 0026 00 NOTE Within the first 10 seconds engine should give signs of “firing up” or trying to start. When this happens, continue to hold the START and AIR BOX HEATER switches for another 25 seconds. This adds up to the total of 45 seconds for pre-start. If within the first 20 seconds engine does not give signs of “firing up” or trying to start, stop starting procedures and go to Step 19. 15. After the 45 seconds of pre-start, release AIR BOX HEATER switch and depress accelerator pedal approximately half way. NOTE If you do not release the AIR BOX HEATER switch, engine will not start or run. 16. If engine starts, release START switch. Immediately set hand throttle to adjust engine speed to 1200-1500 RPM and go to Step 20. 0026 00-10