TM 10-8145-222-23
MAINTAINER MAINTENANCE
REFRIGERATION UNIT DIESEL ENGINE
SERVICE
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools
References
General Mechanic Tool Kit (WP 0096, Table 2, Item 5)
TM 10-8415-222-10
Materials/Parts
Towel, Machinery Wiping (WP 0097, Item 52)
Equipment Condition
Personnel Required
Refrigeration unit shut down and cool (TM 10-8415-
Quartermaster and Chemical Equipment Repairer
222-10)
Top-right panel removed (WP 0013)
SERVICE
WARNING
The diesel engine, surrounding components, and engine fluids become very hot after
a short operating time. Make sure engine is cool before performing maintenance.
Failure to comply can cause serious injury or burns to personnel.
Falling from the roof of the MTRCS can cause serious personal injury or death. Keep
three points of contact on the MTRCS at all times.
1. Access top of MTRCS using roof access provided.
2. Remove engine oil dip stick (Figure 1, Item 1) and wipe oil from indicator end with cleaning rag.
3. Install dip stick (Figure 1, Item 1) so it is completely seated in engine, then pull it out again to check oil level.
NOTE
The diesel engine has an oil capacity of 11 quarts.
4. If oil level is below safe operation mark, add appropriate oil as necessary (WP 0024, Service).
5. Install dip stick (Figure 1, Item 1) so it is completely seated in engine.
6. Check that coolant level is between minimum and maximum ribbed marks on engine coolant reservoir
(Figure 1, Item 2). If coolant level is low, add coolant (WP 0026, Service).
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