TM 5-6115-275-14
NAVFAC P-8-615-14
TO 35C2-3-452-1
4-2.
Installation
a.
Installation
of
Separately
Packed
Components.
When servicing the battery, do not
smoke
or
use
an
open
flame.
Batteries generate hydrogen, a highly
explosive gas.
The battery electrolyte is shipped in a separate
container. When the unit is ready for operation, unpack
the electrolyte, remove vent caps and fill each cell of the
battery with electrolyte to 3/8 inch (0.9525 cm) above the
plates. Install vent caps.
(1)
General. The battery and the electrolyte
are shipped separately.
(2)
Battery. Refer to figure 4-2 and install the
battery.
Before
installing
battery
cables,
Battery Terminal covers NSN 5940-00-
738-6272, must be installed over the
battery terminals. Covers are not
shown in figure 4-2 for clarity sake.
(3)
Electrolyte. Refer to figure 4-2 and install
the electrolyte in the battery.
Figure 4-2. Battery servicing, removal and installation.
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