TM-9-2320-435-10

TRUCK, COMMON BRIDGE TRANSPORT (CBT), 8X8, M1977

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

JUNE 2009

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CLOSE BATTERY BOX - Continued

WARNING

Batteries produce explosive gases. Do not smoke or use open flame near

batteries. Do not allow hot, sparking, or glowing objects near batteries. If

batteries are giving off gases, presence of a heat, flame, or spark may

cause fire and/or explosion. Failure to comply may result in injury or death

to personnel.

WARNING

Use extreme care not to short out battery terminals. Remove all jewelry

such as rings, ID tags, bracelets, etc. prior to working on or around

vehicle. Jewelry and tools can catch on equipment, contact positive

electrical circuits, and cause a direct short, severe burns, or electrical

shock. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

WARNING

LEAD-ACID BATTERIES - Avoid battery electrolyte contact with

skin, eyes, or clothing. If battery electrolyte spills, take immediate

action to stop burning effects:

•

External - If battery electrolyte contacts skin, immediately flush

effected area with cold running water to remove all acid. Failure to

comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

•

Eyes - If battery electrolyte contacts eyes, immediately flush eyes

with cold water for 15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.

IMPORTANT - If only one eye is affected, ensure the affected eye is

always (during both flushing and transport) kept lower (the lower the

better) than unaffected eye. This will help keep affected eye from

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