(8) The frequency meter (vibrating reed type)
(2) operate engine in accordance with
will indicate the frequency (cycles) of the generated
manufactors
recommendation,
until
ambient
conditions are reached.
power. If actual rpm is too low, the reeds will not
show any displacement. Gradually increase the rpm
(3) Depress clutch, shift transmission lever (4)
to obtain the necessary frequency.
to fifth gear, and while slipping clutch, pull upward
without undue force, on the power take-off lever
NOTE
(8).
The overspeed relay will shut down the engine at 1,350
rpm or 68 cycle. Should this occur, de-energize the
NOTE
battery switch and return all levers and controls to
Engagement of power take-off may be noted as similar
original position.
to normal engagement of the transmission into gear.
Depress accelerator until the desired rpm is
(4)
indicated 1,000 or 1,200 rpm on the tachometer
a. Preparation for Starting
(3). Pull hand throttle (2) until definite pressure
(1) Perform the necessary daily preventive
against further travel is observed.
maintenance checks and services (para 3-4).
(5) Adjust the hand throttle to give 1,000 or
(2) Set power selector switch (fig. 2-13) in
1,200 rpm for the desired frequency for the area the
"OFF" position.
shop set is located.
( 3 ) Set frequency s w i t c h to the desired
(6) The frequency meter (vibrating reed type)
frequency for the area the vehicle is being operated.
will indicate the frequency (cycles) of the generated
(4) Set hand brake (1, fig. 2-15).
power. If actual rpm is too low, the reeds will not
(5) Depress clutch and shift transmission lever
show any displacement. Gradually increase the rpm
(4) to neutral position.
to obtain. the necessary frequency.
(6) Depress clutch and shift transfer lever (7)
to neutral position and secure with pin (6).
NOTE
Engine governor will maintain adjusted speed under
b. Starting
various conditions.
(1) Energize battery switch and start engine.
