ARMY TM 9-6115-643-24
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-445-22
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c. Install terminal cover(s) (2), if removed.
2.11.4.
Repair.
NOTE
If cable cannot be repaired, refer to Appendix D.
a. Remove nut(s) (5, FIGURE 2-3) and battery cable terminal lug(s), as necessary.
b. Remove broken or damaged terminal (3, FIGURE 2-3 or 2-4) from cable assembly.
c. Slide new shrinkable tubing (4, FIGURE 2-3 OR 2-4) OVER CABLE END.
d. Install terminal (3) to cable end as described in Appendix D.
e. Heat shrinkable tubing (4) with heat gun until secure.
f.
Install battery cable terminal lug(s) with nuts(s) (5,FIGURE 2-3), as necessary.
a. Connect negative battery cable terminal lug (1, FIGURE 2-3) to battery.
b. Close access doors.
2.12.
BATTERIES.
2.12.1
Testing.
2.12.2
WARNING
Batteries give off a flammable gas. Do not smoke or use open flame
when performing maintenance. Flames and explosion could result in
severe personal injury or death.
a. Shut down generator set.
b. Open battery access door and disconnect negative battery cable.
c. Remove battery vent caps.
d. Test specific gravity of electrolyte in each battery cell with a hydrometer. Refer to
TABLE 2-7 for state of charge with specific gravity corrected to 80o F (27o C). Refer to
TABLE 2-8 for specific gravity temperature corrections.
e. Recharge or replace batteries as necessary. Retest batteries per above instructions.
f.
Install battery vent caps.
g. Connect negative battery cable. Close battery access door.
2.12.2 Removal.
a. Shut down generator set.
b. Open battery compartment access door.
c. Disconnect negative battery cable terminal lug (1, FIGURE 2-3).
