TM 10-3510-220-10
Table 3-2. Troubleshooting (Continua)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
3.
FLAME FAILS IN BURNER (WATER HEATER/DRYER).
WARNING
Fuel is very flammable and can explode easily, TO a v o i d
serious injury or death, keep fuel away from open fire and
keep fire extinguisher within easy reach when working with
fuel. Do not work on fuel system when burner is hot. Fuel
can be ignited by hot burner.
Shut off engine and do not
smoke while refueling.
Step 1.
Check fuel supply in fuel drum.
a.
If fuel supply is low, fill fuel drum.
b.
If fuel supply is adequate, proceed to next step.
Step 2.
Inspect fuel hose for air leaks.
a.
If leaks are present, tighten fuel hose connections.
b.
If no leaks are present, proceed to next step.
Step 3.
Check feed and return fuel hose assemblies to see if they are
reversed.
a.
If feed and return fuel hoses are reversed, disconnect and
reconnect fuel hose assemblies in correct positions.
b.
If feed and return fuel hoses are in correct positions, proceed to
next step.
Step 4.
Check fuel pump to verify that it has been primed.
a.
If fuel pump has not been primed, refer to paragraph 2-8e and
prime pump.
b.
If fuel pump has been primed, proceed to next step.
Step 5.
Check to see if flame safeguard switch is tripped.
a.
If flame safeguard switch is tripped, refer to paragraph 2-8f for
the dryer and paragraph 2-8e for the water heater and reset
flame safeguards switch.
b.
If switch is not tripped, proceed to next step.
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