TM 9-2320-269-10
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE - CONTINUED
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Undercharged battery - battery will not hold charge.
Step 1.
Check battery (1) electrolyte level.
WARNING
Don't smoke, place near open flames, or make sparks around your battery, especially if the caps are off.
If battery is gassing, it can explode and cause personnel injury.
a.
Remove vent caps (2). Notify organizational maintenance if electrolyte level is below ledge
(3) of filler opening (4). Refer to TM 9-6140-200-14 or see page 2-171.
b.
Look at the vent caps (2) to make sure vent holes (5) are open to permit escape of gasses.
c.
Install vent caps (2), making sure they are screwed on tight.
d.
Make sure terminal ends (6) are clean and not corroded or loose. If loose or corroded,
notify organizational maintenance.
e.
If battery fails to hold charge, notify organizational maintenance.
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