TM 9-4940-568-10
3-47
This task covers:
a. Disconnect
b. Connect
c. Follow-On Maintenance
INITIAL SETUP
3-6. BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT.
Equipment Condition
FRS Unloaded, (Para 2-14)
Master Disconnect Switch OFF (Para 2-15)
Remove panel (Para 3-8)
Tools and Special Tools
Wrench, Combination 1/2 in.
(Item 5, Appendix B)
a.
Disconnect.
5
2
4
1
6
8
10
7
8
9
7
3
2
1
Upon removal of all wires and cables, ensure no contact is made with battery terminals or
other wires and cables. Strap wires and cables away from battery terminals and other wires
and cables as required to prevent damage to parts, personal injury, or death.
Battery acid (electrolyte) is extremely harmful. Always wear safety goggles and rubber
gloves, and do not smoke when performing maintenance on batteries. Injury will result if
acid contacts skin or eyes. Wear rubber apron to prevent clothing being damaged.
Remove all jewelry such as rings, ID tags, bracelets, etc. If jewelry or tools contact
positive electrical circuits, a direct short may result. Damage to equipment, injury or death
to personnel may occur.
Terminal on battery post (3) must be removed before terminals on posts 4, 9 and 10 are
touched or battery damage or personnel injury may occur.
(1)
Loosen two nuts (1) and remove two terminals (2) from negative posts (3) and (4) on battery one (5) and
battery two (6).
(2)
Loosen two nuts (7) and remove two terminals (8) from positive posts (9) and (10) on battery one (5) and
battery two (6).
