TM-9-2350-277-10 Operator Manual M113A3 M577A3 M1064A3 M1068A3 M58 Download
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TM 9-2350-277-10 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES — Continued 0090 00 ITEM NO. INTERVAL MAN- HOUR ITEM TO BE CHECKED OR SERVICED C R E W M E M B E R PROCEDURE EQUIPMENT NOT READY/ AVAILABLE IF: 84 Weekly Batteries WARNING Don’t smoke, have open flames, or make sparks around batteries, especially if the caps are off. Batteries can explode and cause injury or death. Remove all jewelry such as rings, dog tags, bracelets, etc. If jewelry contacts battery terminals, a direct short will result in instant heating of metals, damage to equipment, and injury to personnel. If batteries are frozen, do NOT attempt to slave start vehicle. Explosion can occur causing injury to personnel and damage to equipment. C A U T I O N In cold weather, unit maintenance must charge batteries immediately after adding water. This allows water to combine with electrolyte and prevent freezing. a. Check electrolyte level in carrier batteries. See task: CHECK CARRIER BATTERIES (WP 0095 00). Battery missing or damaged. b. Check that vent holes in caps are clear before installing caps. c. Check that battery cables and terminals are clean and connections are tight. Obvious damage or looseness to battery, terminal, cable, or retainer. d. Check that hold-down clamps and retainer are tight. See task: CHECK CARRIER BATTERIES (WP 0095 00). 0090 00-120 Change 3