TM 5-3810-306-20WARNINGDo not smoke or allow flame or spark in the vicinity while checking or filling the batteries. The batteriesgenerate hydrogen a highly explosive gas. Wear safety goggles when adding distilled water.CAUTIONTurntable bearing bolts cannot be retorqued more than one time. Stretching takes place everytime theyare torqued.CAUTIONIn cold operation, charge batteries immediately after water has been added to prevent freezing anddamage to batteries; run crane engine for one hour at 1500 rpms.5.It is necessary for you to know how fluid leaks affect the status of your equipment. The following are definitions ofthe types/classes of leakage you need to know to be able to determine the status of your equipment. Learn and befamiliar with them and REMEMBER when in doubt, notify your supervisor.LEAKAGE DEFINITIONS FOR ORGANIZATIONAL PMCSCLASS ISeepage of fluid (as indicated by wetness or discoloration) not great enough to form drops.CLASS IILeakage of fluid great enough to form drops, but not enough to cause drops to drip from the item beingchecked/inspected.CLASS IIILeakage of fluid great enough to form drops that fall from the item being checked/inspected.CAUTIONEquipment operation is allowable with minor leakage (Class I or II). Of course consideration must begiven to the fluid capacity in the item/system being checked/inspected. When operating with Class I or IIleaks, continue to check fluid levels as required on your PMCS. Class II leaks should be reported to yoursupervisor.2-8
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