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TM 10-4320-307-10
Table 2-2. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services - (Cont)
Item
Location
Not Fully
No.
Interval
Item to
Procedure
Mission Capable
Check/Service
if:
51
Weekly
Battery Box
Visually inspect for:
There are signs
Loose, damaged, or corroded screws (1) or washers (2).
of battery acid
leaks.
Damaged or corroded catches (3) or latches (4).
Obstructed Breather (5).
Check for presence and condition of gasket (6).
Physical damage to either battery box top (7) or bakery box (8)
that would indicate possible damage to enclosed batteries (9).
Corrosion or acid leakage at drain holes in bottom of battery box.
52
Weekly
Battery
WARNING
There are signs
Cables
Do not smoke or use open flame or spark-pro-
of arcing.
ducing equipment in the vicinity of battery.
CAUSTIC CHEMICALS IN BATTERIES
Serious injury could occur from the careless handling
of storage batteries or battery electrolyte (acid). If acid
is splashed on the skin, wash the affected area
immediately with plenty of clean water. If acid is
splashed in the eyes, wash immediately with plenty of
clean water and get medical attention.
CAUTION
Avoid making contact across the two battery posts This
can result in severe arcing.
Damage to insulation of positive battery cable that
would allow conductor to contact any metallic surface of
the pump will cause battery charge to be drained.
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