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 TM 55-1905-242-14
0059 00
SERVICE (continued)
1.
Don chemical protective gloves, safety goggles, face shield, and protective apron.
2.
Label and remove the negative battery cables (1) from the battery post connectors (2) on the port and starboard battery
banks.
3.
Label and remove the positive battery cables (3) from the battery post connectors (2) on the port and starboard battery
banks.
4.
Label and remove the interconnecting cables (4) from the battery post connectors (2) on the port and starboard battery
banks.
! CAUTION
Do not apply any prying or twisting force to the battery posts. Doing so can cause the
posts to break internally, permanently disabling the battery. If the battery post connec-
tors are difficult to remove from the battery posts, spread the battery post connectors to
loosen them before attempting to remove them from the batteries.
5.
Remove the battery post connectors (2) from the batteries (5), taking care not to apply any prying or twisting force to the
battery posts (6). If the battery post connectors are difficult to remove from the battery posts, spread the battery post
connectors to loosen them before attempting to remove them from the batteries.
6.
Use a wire brush to remove all deposits from the battery posts (6), battery post connectors (2), and battery cable
(1, 3, and 4) ends.
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7.
Inspect the battery posts (6), battery post connectors (2), and battery cable (1, 3, and 4) ends for damage. Notify unit
maintenance to replace any battery with posts damaged to the extent that the battery post connectors will not fit
securely or replace damaged battery post connectors and/or battery cables.
8.
Prepare a 50/50 mix of sodium bicarbonate and water. Scrub the battery (5) tops, battery cable (1, 3, and 4) ends, and the
battery post connectors (2) with the mixture.
9.
Rinse the cleaned areas with fresh water.
10. Remove the battery caps (7) and check the electrolyte level in each cell. The level should be to the bottom of the split
ring. If any cells are low, add distilled water to bring the cells to the proper level.
0059 00-2
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