TM 55-2815-574-24
FIELD MAINTENANCE
ENGINE
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES - ELECTRICAL GENERATING SYSTEM SHOWS LOW BATTERY AND
LOW OR NO CHARGING RATE
INITIAL SETUP:
Personnel Required
References
Engineer 88L
TM 55-1925-205-10
TM 55-1925-205-23
NOTE
This troubleshooting procedure is typical for both port and starboard engines.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
ELECTRICAL GENERATING SYSTEM SHOWS LOW BATTERY AND LOW OR NO CHARGING RATE
SYMPTOM
Electrical generating system shows low battery and low or no charging rate.
MALFUNCTION
Loose connections or damaged wiring.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.
Check all connections and inspect for damaged wiring. Repair or replace as necessary
(TM 55-1925-205-23).
2.
Perform operational check of charging system (TM 55-1925-205-10).
MALFUNCTION
Defective battery.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.
Test battery (TM 55-1925-205-23).
2.
Replace battery, as necessary (TM 55-1925-205-23).
3.
Perform operational check of charging system (TM 55-1925-205-10).
0019-1