TM 9-2330-390-14&P
Table 2-1. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) (Con't).
Item
No.
53
Location
Item To
Check/
Interval
Service
Procedure
Weekly
Batteries
· Remove all jewelry such as I.D.
tags, rings, bracelets, etc. If
jewelry contacts battery termi-
nal, a direct short will result
causing instant heating of jew-
elry which will result In serious
Injury or death to personnel.
Not Fully Mission
Capable If:
· Battery acid (electrolyte) Is ex-
tremely dangerous. Always
wear protective goggles and
rubber gloves when perform-
ing battery checks or Inspec-
tions. Serious Injury to person-
nel will result If battery acid
contacts skin or eyes.
· DO NOT perform battery sys-
tem checks or Inspections
while smoking or near fire,
flames, or sparks. Battery
gases may explode, causing
serious Injury or death to per-
sonnel.
a. Unfasten strap (14) and remove a. Battery case is damaged or miss-
cover (15) from battery case (19).
ing.
inspect battery (16) for a cracked
or damaged case.
Avoid overtightening strap, which
may damage strap or buckle.
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