TM 5-3810-207-20/TO 36C23-3-37-12
Figure 123. Starter assembly, removal and installation.
208. Generator Regulator
a.
Removal. Remove the generator regulator in a
similar manner as described in paragraph 73.
b.
Cleaning and Inspection. Clean and inspect the
generator regulator (par. 73).
c.
Installation. Install the generator regulator (par.
73).
d.
Test. Test the generator regulator (par. 73).
209. Batteries, Cables, and Battery Box
a.
Test.
(1)
Test the batteries with a hydrometer.
(2)
For
hydrometer
specific
gravity
temperature corrections, refer to TM 5-
6140-200-15.
(3)
Hydrometer readings should be taken
before adding a battery solution or after
adding a solution and charging the
battery.
(4)
Replace a defective battery as necessary.
Warning:
Do not smoke or allow open flame
near charging batteries. Serious
injury from explosion may result.
Avoid spilling battery solution on
flesh or clothing.
b.
Adjustment of Cable Lugs.
(1)
Place the lug clamp handle in the UP
position.
(2)
Loosen or tighten the adjusting nut on the
lug clamp to make a friction-fit on the
battery post; tighten the locknut.
(3)
Push the lug clamp handle down parallel
to the lug clamp.
c.
Removal. Remove the batteries, cables, and
battery box as instructed on figure 124.
d.
Cleaning, Inspection, and Repair.
(1)
Clean the batteries, cables, and battery
box with an approved solvent and dry
thoroughly.
(2)
Inspect the batteries for cracks, leaks, or
other damage. Replace a defective
battery as necessary.
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