TM 5-4310-452-14
4-57. STORAGE BATTERIES REPLACEMENT.
This Task Covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
Initial Setup:
Equipment Conditions:
Materials/Parts:
• Engine off.
• Four lockwashers
• Right door assembly open.
Tools/Test Equipment:
General Safety Instructions:
• General mechanic's tool kit
• Always wear goggles and rubber gloves when
• Battery strap
performing battery checks or inspections.
• DO NOT perform battery checks while smoking or
near fire, flames, or sparks.
• Remove all jewelry.
WARNING
•
Battery acid (electrolyte) is extremely dangerous, Always wear goggles and
rubber gloves when performing battery checks or inspections. Serious injury
to personnel will result if battery acid contacts skin or eyes.
•
DO NOT perform battery system checks or inspections while smoking or near
fire, flames, or sparks. Batteries may explode, causing serious injury or death
to personnel.
•
Remove all jewelry such as dog tags, rings, bracelets, etc. If jewelry or
disconnected battery ground cable contacts battery terminal, a direct short
will result. Failure to follow proper disconnection procedures will result in
serious injury or death to personnel, or equipment damage.
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