TM-9-2320-361-10

2-1/2-TON, 6x6, M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS (MULTIFUEL)

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

DECEMBER 1988

TM-9-2320-361-10 - Page 308 of 392

TM 9-2320-361-10

(d)

When tire inflation operation is completed, turn air valve handle (2)

90 degrees clockwise to close. Uncouple hose coupling half (5) from air coupling

half (1) and install cover (3) on coupling half (1).

(e)

Return tire inflation gage (10) and hose (4) assembly to stowage

compartment.

3-15. 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 (15) down and open battery compartment door (16).

c.

Loosen two thumbscrews (11) and push clamps (12) down to release battery

box (13).

d.

Pull battery box (13) onto running board (14) and remove all battery filler

caps (20).

e.

Check fluid level in each cell. If fluid level is low, notify your supervisor.

Replace filler caps (20).

WARNING

When checking connections, do not let tools touch battery

box. 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 (19), clamp-to-post connections (18), and

ground connection (17) for tightness. If connections require tightening, notify your

supervisor.

g.

Push battery box (13) in place and raise clamps (12) to hold box (13) in

place. Tighten thumbscrews (11).

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3-14.

WHEELS AND TIRES (Contd)