TM-9-2350-238-10

RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL-TRACKED: LIGHT, ARMORED, M578

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

APRIL 1990

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TM 9-2350-238-10

BATTERIES–CONTINUED

LEAD CONNECTIONS

Electrolytic action forms EX-

PLOSIVE hydrogen gas. DO

NOT cause a spark across the

battery terminals. The battery

may blow up in your face.

1 Check that connectors are all the way

down on battery posts and tight.

2 Check that battery holddowns are snug,

but not so tight as to damage battery

case.

3

If bolt threads are corroded and prevent

a tight hold, notify unit maintenance per-

sonnel for replacement.

4 Check cables for loose or broken connec-

tions. If connections are loose or broken,

notify unit maintenance personnel.

REPLACING BATTERIES

Notify unit maintenance personnel.

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