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Table 1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) for H100C - Continued.
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LOCATION
ITEM TO
NOT FULLY MISSION
CHECK/
SERVICE
ITEM NO. INTERVAL
CAPABLE IF:
PROCEDURE
TOP OF
LOADER
WARNING
Batteries give off highly flammable gas. Never allow sparks or
open flame near the batteries. Avoid spilling any electrolyte on
hand or clothing. Failure to follow this warning may result in
injury or death to personnel.
CAUTION
Excessive tightening can warp or crack battery case.
NOTE
Proper battery maintenance will assure maximum service.
Following are a few simple rules:
Keep battery cable terminals clean and tight.
Keep filler cap vent holes unplugged.
Replace worn, cracked, broken, or corroded cables.
Keep batteries fastened securely in frame.
Weekly
Batteries
a. Check terminal tightness, and
a. Battery leaking electrolyte.
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clean batteries.
b. Broken and corroded
connections or frayed/burned/
melted cables and clamps are
evident.
b. Check for correct battery liquid
level. Contact Field Maintenance for
service.
c. If the top of a battery is dirty, it may Battery leaking electrolyte.
be cleaned with a brush.
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