TM 9-4940-568-20
2-15
Table 2-1. Unit Level Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) (CONT).
Item
No.
Interval
Item to Be
Inspected
Procedure
Not Mission
Capable If:
3
2
1
3
6
Semi–
Annual
Battery Box
Check battery box (1) for acid spills, debris,
and corrosion. Check serviceability of battery
hold down (2) and screws (3).
Hold down is damaged or
missing.
NOTE
If equipped with arctic batteries follow
same PMCS procedures for standard
batteries.
7
Semi–
Annual
Batteries
Check and record specific gravity of each cell
(TM 9-6140-200-14). Check battery cables for
fraying, splits, and looseness. Check battery
terminals for cracks and serviceability. Remove
batteries and clean and service batteries and
box. Replace frayed, cracked or damaged parts
as needed.
Battery is not within
specific gravity level.
Cables or terminals are
unserviceable.
