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TM 9-2320-356-BD
Section VI.
BATTERIES AND BATTERY CABLES
8-18. GENERAL
The batteries store electrical energy to start the vehicle engine and to supply
energy for accessory systems to operate without requiring engine operation.
The
batteries also act as a buffer for the electrical charging system. Without a
battery in the circuit, the charging system will charge at its maximum rate and
rapidly burn out.
Battery configuration is a minimum of two 12-volt batteries
connected in series to give a 24 V dc output.
8-19. BATTERY TERMINAL POST BROKEN
General Information:
Battery terminal posts can be repaired if they are broken. The stub can be built
back up with lead.
If melting facilities or tools are not available, a post can be
secured with a self-tapping screw or bolt.
The battery should be replaced as soon
as possible if the post is only screwed or bolted in place.
Limitations:
o Less starting power
Personnel/Time Required:
o 1 soldier
o 10 - 30 minutes
Materials/Tools:
o Hose clamp
o Self-tapping screw
o D r i l l a n d s m a l l d r i l l b i ts
o Lead
o Solder
o Acetylene torch
o M59 cooking unit
Procedural Steps:
Option 1:
Repair with Screw.
1.
Drill a small hole (1/8 to 3/16 inch) through the terminal post.
2.
Screw the broken post to the battery.
3. Record the BDAR action taken. When the mission is completed, as soon as
practicable, repair using standard maintenance procedures.
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