TM 5-4310-381-13
SECTION III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
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STARTING ENGINE.
WARNING
Do not operate this compressor in enclosed areas. Carbon monoxide
poisoning may result in injury or death to personnel.
WARNING
Operation of this equipment may present a noise hazard to personnel in
the area. If the noise level exceeds the allowable limits for unprotected
personnel, wear ear muffs or earplugs which were fitted by a trained
professional.
a. Place throttle control approximately 1/4 inch forward of full idle.
b. Close the carburetor choke, move lever in counterclockwise position.
c. Place ignition switch in "RUN" position.
NOTE
On Model 2A016-1 only, no ignition switch was installed. The engine
ignition is always on with only a stop switch installed.
d. Wind the starting rope around the starter flange and pull briskly to start the engine. When the engine has started,
move the throttle control, if necessary, to a position that will allow the engine to operate at a smooth idle. Rotate the
choke control clockwise until the choke is fully open and the engine will continue to run. Allow engine to warm up for
approximately 3 minutes.
e. After engine has warmed up, move the throttle to the full governed position. Allow engine warm-up for
approximately 3 minutes.
NOTE
Operate the engine in a manner suitable to operate the compressor as
required.
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