ARMY TM 9-6115-672-14
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-444-32
MARINE CORPS TM 09244A/09245A-14
3-18
SECTION III. OPERATOR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
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WARNING
Batteries give off a flammable gas. Do not smoke or use open flame when
performing maintenance. Failure to comply can cause injury or death to
personnel and equipment damage due to flames and explosion.
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WARNING
Battery acid can cause burns to unprotected skin. Wear protective gloves
and safety goggles. Failure to comply can cause personal injury.
3.3
GENERATOR SET INSPECTION AND SERVICE.
3.3.1
Introduction.
a. This section contains operator maintenance procedures. Deficiencies noted during inspection which
are beyond the scope of operator level maintenance shall be reported to the next higher level of
maintenance.
b. Refer to Table 3-4 for Quick Reference General Inspection.
3.3.2
Batteries BT1 and BT2.
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WARNING
DC voltage is present at generator set electrical components even with
generator set shut down. Avoid grounding yourself when in contact with
any electrical components. Failure to comply can cause injury or death to
personnel.
a. Inspection.
(1)
Shut down generator set, paragraph 2.11.2.
(2)
Open BATTERY ACCESS door at front of generator set (Figure 1-2).
(3)
Inspect for damaged battery case, corrosion, or damaged and loose connections on terminal
cable.
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WARNING
Batteries give off a flammable gas. Do not smoke or use open flame when
performing maintenance. Failure to comply can cause injury or death to
personnel and equipment damage due to flames and explosion.
NOTE
Batteries used in the generator sets may be the maintenance-free type or the type
that contains electrolyte. If the batteries in your generator set are maintenance
free, skip steps (4) through (7), and go to step (8).
