TM-9-2350-247-20-2 Unit Maintenance Manual Volume 2 M548A1 M548A3 Tracked Cargo Carrier Download
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TM 9-2350-247-20-2 REPLACE CARRIER BATTERIES (M548A3) — Continued 0293 00 c. Battery frames, frame channels, and retainers d. All threaded parts. 2. Check specific gravity of each battery cell. See TM 9-6140-200-14. Replace batteries having bad cells. 3. If battery compartment seal (1) was removed, clean mating surfaces with cleaning compound. Apply light coat of adhesive to all surfaces. Let adhesive dry until tacky. 4. Press new seal (1) firmly in place in battery compartment. INSTALLATION WARNING Ventilate battery compartments before connecting or disconnecting battery terminal leads. When disconnecting or connecting terminal leads, always disconnect or connect negative lead first. Do not cause sparks. Hydrogen explosions can cause serious injury. Battery is heavy and can cause back injury if handled improperly. Be sure to have helper assist you to remove and replace battery. Battery weighs about 75 lb (34 kg). NOTE Position battery so the negative and positive posts are as disconnected. 1. Install batteries in carrier. Have helper assist. 0293 00-5