TM 5-4310-451-14
4-60. STORAGE BATTERIES REPLACEMENT.
This Task Covers:
a.
Removal
b.
Installation
Initial Setup:
Equipment Conditions:
Materials/Parts:
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Master battery switch in OFF position.
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Marker tags (Item 40, Appendix E)
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Four locknuts
Tools/Test Equipment:
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Four lockwashers
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General mechanic's tool kit
Personnel Required: Two
General Safety Instructions:
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Remove all jewelry.
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Always wear goggles and rubber gloves when performing battery checks or inspections.
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DO NOT perform battery checks while smoking or near fire, flames, or sparks.
WARNING
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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.
•
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.
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