LESSON 1
INSTALL AND OPERATE THE 3-KW GAS GENERATOR SET
TASK
Install and operate the 3-kw gas generator set.
CONDITIONS
1. PERFORMANCE.
Given a 3-kw gas generator set, TM 5-6115-271-14,
extracts with all changes, a predetermined site, accessories,
realistic
tactical
scenario
narrations
and
discussions,
and
assistance from a qualified supervisory OJT monitor.
2. PERFORMANCE-ORIENTED.
Given
this
lesson,
pencil,
paper,
TM 5-6115-271-14 extracts, and without supervision.
STANDARDS
1. PERFORMANCE.
Correctly operate the 3-kw gas generator set,
without error, in one of two attempts, within 15 minutes, and under a
simulated jungle tactical Scenario environment.
2. PERFORMANCE-ORIENTED.
Correctly respond to 70 percent of the
multiple-choice test covering installation and operation of the 3-kw
gas generator set.
REFERENCE
TM 5-6115-271-14 extracts with all changes.
Learning Event:
INSTALL AND OPERATE THE 3-KW GAS GENERATOR SET.
1. Scenario. The soldier is in the jungle under heavy fire, and he
has been using power for his equipment from a 60-kw generator.
The
60-kw generator was destroyed in a mortar attack, and the soldier
must now use the 3-kw gas generator sets that he brought along with
his truck. It is very hot and humid, and the soldier must properly
operate the 3-kw gas generator under these stressful tactical
conditions.
2.
3-kw Gas Generator.
a. The 3-kw gas generator (DOD model MEP-016A mobile electric
power) is a self-excited, 60 hertz (Hz), alternating current (AC)
generator directly coupled to a four-cylinder, air-cooled, overhead
valve, gasoline fueled engine (4A032-1 or 4A032-2). (See Figure 1.)
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