(2) Disconnect the electrical lead assemblies (5, 6, and 20) from the terminals on top of the storage batteries
(7). Take care not to short the batteries to the frame or other battery terminals.
(3) Remove four hex nuts (3) and lockwashers (4) and lift off the battery hold-down clamps (2) and battery
clamp pads (1). Lift individual batteries out with a suitable carrier.
(4) Sulphuric acid electrolyte is shipped in boxes (19) used in refilling batteries.
e. Battery Box Removal (fig. 31).
(1) Remove the batteries (d, above).
(2) Remove three hex head cap screws (14) and lockwashers (13). Remove a fourth hex head cap screw (15)
and two lockwashers (16) to free the bond strap (17) and magnetic switch (12) from the battery box (18).
(3) Remove four hex head cap screws (9), plain washers (10), and bumper pads (11). Lift the battery box up
and remove it through the side of the housing. It may require some manipulating of the battery box so it
clears the fuel tank, brace and aftercooler. Remove the four remaining bumper pads. Do not remove the
battery pads (8) unless deteriorated.
f. Inspection. Examine batteries for cracks, leaks and evidence of corrosion. Check specific gravity (par. 90c).
Clean the batteries (par. 90a). Inspect electrical lead assemblies for fraying and breaks. Inspect the battery hold-down
clamps and battery box for deformity. Replace all deteriorated pads and other defective parts.
g. Battery Box Installation (fig. 31).
(1) If removed, cement the battery pads (8) to the bottom. of the battery box with Pliobond or other suitable
adhesive.
(2) Slide the battery box through the side of the housing and place it on the frame over its mounting holes. Slip
four bumper pads (11) under the battery box corners and into the corner mounting holes. Install four more
bumper pads and secure with the hex head cap screws (9) and plain washers (10).
(3) Fasten the magnetic switch (12) to the side of the battery box with three hex head cap screws (14) and
lockwashers (13). Attach the bond strap (17) with a fourth hex head cap screw (15) and two lockwashers
(16).
(4) Install the batteries (h, below)
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