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TM 9-2320-356-BD
Option 2:
Connect Cable to Broken Post.
1.
File down broken battery post.
2.
Drill a small hole (1/8 to 3/16 inch) through the filed terminal post.
3.
Connect cable terminal with large washer and screw.
4.
Record the BDAR action taken.
When the mission is completed, as soon as
practicable, repair using standard maintenance procedures.
Option 3:
Mold a Lead or Solder Post.
1.
Disconnect cable clamp and clean the damaged terminal post.
2.
File the post round in diameter and flat on top.
3.
Install a self-tapping or sheet metal screw into the top of the post.
4.
Cut a 1 X 8-inch strip from an aluminum can.
5. Form a mold with the strip of aluminum around the damaged post and secure it
with a hose clamp or a piece of wire.
6.
Melt approximately 6 oz of lead or solder in a metal can or cup and pour it
into the improvised mold.
7.
Remove aluminum molding.
8.
File the new post so the battery cable clamp will mate securely with the post.
9.
Connect cable clamp.
10.
Record the BDAR action taken.
When the mission is completed, as soon as
practicable, repair the vehicle using standard maintenance procedures.
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