TM 9-2320-272-24-1
3-124. BATTERY CABLE AND TERMINAL ADAPTER REPLACEMENT
THIS TASK COVERS:
a. Removal
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
APPLICABLE MODELS
EQUIPMENT CONDITION
All
l Parking brake set (TM 9-2320-272-10).
l Battery ground cables disconnected (para. 3-126).
TOOLS
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General mechanic's tool kit (Appendix E, Item 1)
l Remove all jewelry before performing procedure.
REFERENCES (TM)
l Ensure batteries are clamped down, rubber boots
are installed, clamps are well down on battery
TM 9-2320-272-10
TM 9-2320-272-24P
posts, and all battery cables lie flat against top of
TM 9-6140-200-14
batteries.
Remove all jewelry. If jewelry or disconnected battery ground cable
contacts battery terminal, a direct short will result and may cause
injury to personnel.
NOTE
l All battery cables and terminal adapters are replaced the same
way.
l Tag cables for installation.
1.
Remove nut (1) and screw (6) from terminal adapter (4).
2.
Remove terminal adapter (4) and rubber boot (8) from battery post (7).
3.
Remove nut (2), screw (5), and two battery cables (3) from terminal adapter (4).
NOTE
Refer to TM 9-6140-200-14 for inspection and service of battery
cables and adapters.
b. Installation
WARNING
When performing battery maintenance, ensure batteries are
seated and clamped down, all rubber boots are installed, clamps
are well down on battery posts, and all battery cables lie flat
against top of batteries. Failure to do so may result in injury to
personnel or damage to equipment.
NOTE
When installing one cable to an adapter, place the cable under bolt
head. When installing two cables, place one cable on each side of
adapter.
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