Disassembly

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carefully work each cell out of the battery case starting with the cell that is approximately in the center position.

NOTE

If a cell puller cannot be fabricated as shown in figure 5-5, screw a stud of the appropriate size into

each cell terminal. Grasp these studs with pliers and lift the cell straight up.

Remove liners from the battery case and inspect the interior of the case for peeling or chipping

of paint or corrosion. Return defective cases to the depot for repair.

Remove the battery terminal connector or receptacle as follows:

(1) Remove screws and washers that hold the connector or receptacle to the battery case.

(2) Remove the battery terminal connector or receptacle.

CAUTION

Be careful when removing the gaskets from the battery case. Do not allow the scraper to gouge the

battery case.

(3) For connectors or receptacles having damaged gaskets, remove the gaskets by scraping or

peeling the gasket from the battery case. For batteries having liners or cover gaskets, remove liners

and cover gaskets by scraping or peeling.

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