TM 10-3610-203-14
Table 5-1. Troubleshooting (Cont'd)
Malfunction
Test or Inspection
Corrective Action
6. SHELTER LIGHTING COMPONENT FAILURE
Step 1.
Inspect the main power service box for LIGHTS circuit breaker positioned to off.
If necessary position LIGHTS circuit breaker in service box to on.
Step 2.
Inspect for failure of fluorescent lamp starter.
If necessary, replace defective lamp starter as follows:
a.
Rotate the starter counterclockwise and remove from starter socket.
b.
Insert serviceable starter and rotate clockwise until the starter locks.
Step 3.
Inspect for failure of fluorescent lamp ballast as follows:
a.
Position the LIGHTS circuit breaker in the main power service box to off.
b.
Grasp fluorescent lamp tube, rotate 90 degrees and lower from tube sockets.
c.
Rotate the starter counterclockwise and remove from starter socket.
d.
Using a thin bladed screwdriver or similar tool, carefully level the light assembly away from the
ceiling light channel.
e.
Insert serviceable starter into socket and rotate clockwise until the starter locks.
f.
Position lamp tube below socket receptacles with pins vertical. Insert lamp into sockets and
twist until pins lock.
g.
Position the LIGHTS circuit breaker in the main power service box to on.
h.
Using a suitable test meter and probe, check operation of ballast unit.
If necessary, replace defective lamp ballast as described in paragraph 20-2.
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