TM 5-3805-262-205-9. BATTERIES AND CABLES MAINTENANCEa. B a t t e r i e s .(1) Servicing.This task covers battery cleaning, inspection, and servicing.Check battery electrolyte level after every 50 hours of loader operation, or morefrequently during hot weather.TOOLS: No. 1 Common Organizational Maintenance Tool KitB a t t e r y f i l l erMATERIALS/PARTS: Clean cloths (Appendix C, item 1)Battery cleaner (FSCM 10988 PN M20376)D i s t i l l e d w a t erNOTEPRELIMINARY PROCEDURE: Radiator grille unlocked and open.SERVICING (SHEET)Battery electrolyte is toxic and corrosive. Wear protective goggles andg l o v e s w h e n w o r k i n g w i t h b a t t e r i e s . A v o i d c o n t a c t w i t h s k i n , e y e s ,c l o t h e s , and don’t breathe vapors.( a )Neutralize electrolyte spills on battery cases and other parts usingbattery cleaner or a mixture of baking soda and water. Electrolyte ispresent if mixture bubbles when applied. Rinse with clear water.Repeat as necessary until mixture does not bubble when applied. Thendry using clean cloths.5-140
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