TM 5-3805-262-20
5-9. BATTERIES AND CABLES MAINTENANCE (CONT)
a. B a t t e r i e s ( c o n t ) .
(4) Removal (cont).
CLEANING
( a )
Neutralize electrolyte spills on battery (11) cases and other parts
using battery cleaner or a mixture of baking soda and water. Electro-
lyte is present if mixture bubbles when applied. Rinse with clear
water. Repeat as necessary until mixture does not bubble when applied.
Then dry using clean cloths.
(b)
Remove battery cell caps by turning counterclockwise. Rinse in clear
water and dry using clean cloth.
( c)
Clean cable (5) insulation using clean cloth moistened with detergent.
Dry using clean cloth.
(d)
Remove corrosion from cable terminals, battery posts, and battery com-
partment using scratch wire brush.
Dry cleaning solvent P-D-680 used to clean parts is toxic and flammable.
W e a r p r o t e c t i v e g o g g l e s a n d g l o v e s a n d u s e o n l y i n a w e l l v e n t i l a t ed
a r e a . A v o i d c o n t a c t w i t h s k i n,
e y e s a n d c l o t h e s a n d d o n ’ t b r e a t he
v a p o r s .
Do not use near open flame or excessive heat and don’t smoke
when using it. Failure to do so could cause serious injury. If you be-
c o m e d i z z y w h i l e u s i n g c l e a n i n g s o l v e n t , g e t f r e s h a i r a n d m e d i c al
a t t e n t i o n i m m e d i a t e l y .
If contact with skin or clothes is made, flush
with large amounts of water.
I f c o n t a c t w i t h e y e s i s m a d e , w a s h e y e s
with water and get medical aid immediately.
( e)
INSPECTION
( a)
(b)
( c)
(d)
Clean all metallic parts using clean cloth moistened with cleaning
solvent P-D-680. Dry using clean cloths.
Inspect cable (5) for cracked or broken insulation or broken wire
strands at connection to terminals. Repair cracked or broken insula-
tion by applying insulation tape to area. If broken wire strands are
seen, replace cable.
Inspect battery (11) cases and covers for cracks, leakage, or other
damage. Inspect battery posts for damage. If any of the above condi-
t i o n s a r e s e e n , r e p l a c e b a t t e r y.
Inspect battery cell caps for clogged vent holes. Clear clogged vent
holes using a thin, stiff wire. Then install cell caps by turning
clockwise.
I n s p e c t r e m a i n i n g p a r t s f o r c r a c k s , b r e a k s , d e f o r m a t i o n , d i s t o r t i on
or stripped threads; replace as necessary.
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