TM 5-3805-292-23
0009
Table 1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) - Continued.
LOCATION
ITEM TO
CHECK/
ITEM
MAN-
NOT FULLY MISSION
SERVICE
NO.
INTERVAL
HOURS
PROCEDURE
CAPABLE IF:
WARN I N G
·
To avoid injury, eye protecton and acid-resistant gloves
i
must be worn when working around batteries. Do not
smoke, use open flame, make sparks, or create other
ignition sources around batteries. If a battery is giving off
gases, it can explode and cause injury to personnel.
Remove all jewelry such as rings, ID tags, watches, and
bracelets. If jewelry or a tool contacts a battery terminal,
a direct short will result in instant heating, damage to
equipment, and injury to personnel.
·
Sulfuric acid contained in batteries can cause serious
burns. If battery corrosion or electrolyte makes contact
with skin, eyes, or clothing, take immediate action to stop
the corrosive burning effects.
·
Failure to follow these procedures may result in death or
serious injury to personnel.
C AU T I O N
·
If battery compartm nt is corroded, it will be necessary to
e
remove batteries and clean compartment to remove acid
residue and corrosion.
·
Buildup of dirt or corrosion on batteries may lead to
electrical malfunctions.
Batteries
3
Initial 100
1.0
a. Open battery box cover (TM 5-
Hours
3805-292-10).
b. Remove batteries. Inspect
Battery case is cracked,
batteries for evidence of a cracked leaking, or missing.
case (WP 0130).
c. Clean tops of batteries with a
clean rag.
d. Clean battery terminals with an
abrasive cloth.
e. Check battery cables for
Battery cables damaged
corrosion.
or corroded.
f. Install batteries (WP 0130).
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