TM 5-3805-263-14&P-1Starting the EngineBelow 0°C (32°F)1.Perform steps 1 through 11 for 'Above 00C(320F)'.2.Turn the start switch to START.NOTICEInject starting aid (ether), only while cranking the engine.Use sparingly, excessive ether can cause piston and ringdamage.Use ether for cold starting purposes only.3.After cranking begins, PUSH the ether startcontrol switch and release; U-se additional ether everytwo seconds until the engine is running smoothly.Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds.Allow the starter motor to cool for 2 minutes beforecranking again.To prevent battery discharge, turn the disconnect switchOFF when the engine is stopped.For starting below -18oC (OOF), use of optional coldstarting aids are recommended. Heating of coolantand/or use of extra battery capacity may be required.- 15F to - 40°F (- 26°C to - 40"C)1.Idle the engine rather than shutting it downat temperatures under- - 20°F (- 23°C).Starting fluid, glow plugs (if equipped) andpreheating of coolant are required.2.An external power source, or a heatedbattery compartment, will be required, if thebattery is not fully charged. Where anexternal power source is used, providepermanent booster cables to prevent arcingat the battery terminals. Exercise the vehiclefor a minimum of 30 minutes before normaloperation.Below - 40°F (- 40°C)1.It is necessary that the engine be idled, orkept in a heated area, since starting cannotbe assured at these temperatures. If this isnot done, preheat the coolant and oil for 4 to8 hours to provide a water outlettemperature, a battery cell temperature andan oil temperature of a least 0°F (- 180C)before trying to start. A heated batterycompartment or an external power sourcewill be required.40
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