TM 9-2320-386-10 3-32 3-10. BATTERY INSPECTION WARNING Do not smoke, allow open flames, sparks, or wear jewelry when working near batteries. Battery gases may explode, causing injury or death to personnel. a. Park vehicle with engine off and parking brake applied. b. Turn handle (5) down and open battery compartment door (4). c. Remove two retainer pins (3) from handles (2). d. Release handles (2) and pull battery box (1) onto running board (6). e. Remove all battery filler caps (9) and check fluid level in each cell. If fluid level is low, notify unit maintenance. Replace filler caps (9). WARNING When checking battery connections, do not let tools touch vehi- cle. This may cause a direct short, arcing, tool will heat to red hot, and battery may explode, resulting in serious injury or death to personnel. f. Check cable-to-clamp connections (10), clamp-to-post connections (8), and ground connection (7) for tightness. If connections require tightening, notify unit maintenance. g. Push battery box (1) in place and position with handles (2). h. Secure handles (2) with two retainer pins (3). i. Close battery compartment door (4) and turn handle (5) up to secure in place. 1 2 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 10