ARMY TM 9-6115-671-14 AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-446-32 MARINE CORPS TM 09249A/09246A-14 4-53 4.6.3 BatteriesBT1andBT2. a. Testing. The batteries installed in this generator set are maintenance free. There is no electrolyte testing required. If you have old batteries, see Appendix A. b. Removal. __________ WARNINGWhen disconnecting or removing batteries, disconnect the negative lead that connects directly to the grounding stud first. Disconnect the negative end of the interconnection cable next. When installing batteries, reverse the connection sequence. Failure to comply can cause serious personal injury. __________ WARNINGBattery acid can cause burns to unprotected skin. Wear protective gloves and safety goggles. Failure to comply can cause personal injury. __________ WARNINGMetal jewelry can conduct electricity. Remove metal jewelry when working on electrical system or components. Failure to comply can cause injury or death to personnel by electrocution. (1) Shut down generator set, paragraph 2.11.2. (2) Open BATTERY ACCESS door (Figure 1-2). (3) Disconnect negative battery cable terminal lug (4, figure 4-3) from battery (9). (4) Disconnect interconnect battery cable terminal lug (6) first, then lug (5) from batteries (1 and 9). (5) Disconnect positive cable battery lug (7) from battery (1). (6) Remove nuts (10), washers (11), battery holddown assembly (12), and battery holddown rods (13) securing batteries (1 and 9) to battery tray (14). _________ WARNINGLifting batteries from the battery tray can cause back strain. Ensure proper lifting techniques are used when lifting batteries. Failure to comply can cause personal injury. (7) Using care, remove batteries (1 and 9) from battery tray (14). (8) Place Battery and Adapter (15) on a flat surface. (9) Using flat tipped screwdriver, push down on adapter (15) locking tab, and remove battery by sliding horizontally from the adapter.
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