TM 9-2320-392-10-1
VEHICLE OPERATION IN COLD ENVIRONMENT
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32F TO 25F (0C to 32C) - Continued
ENGINE START IN COLD ENVIRONMENT - Continued
CAUTION
Do not press ether start switch unless engine is cranking. Failure to comply
may result in damage to equipment.
Do not press ether after engine has reached idle speed and is no longer in
danger of stalling. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
NOTE
Ether is not required unless outside temperature is less than 32F (0C).
Continue to eject ether if engine has started but will not run without ether.
After engine starts and maintains low idle speed for two minutes, engine idle
speed may increase. If idle speed increases, engine will maintain increased
idle speed until engine reaches a predetermined temperature or after
operating for 12 minutes at increased speed. Engine speed may be returned
to low idle speed to begin vehicle operations by pressing and releasing
accelerator pedal.
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