Batteries - checking and correcting fluid level - AP54.10-P-5410G

MODEL 460, 461, 463 Vehicles with fluid battery 

Shown on model 463 up to December 2000 

Fig 1: Checking Fluid Level Of Batteries - Shown On Model 463 Up To December 2000

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Shown on model 461.302 

Fig 2: Checking Fluid Level Of Batteries - Shown On Model 461.302

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Shown on model 463 as of December 2000 

Fig 3: Identifying Battery - Shown On Model 463 As Of December 2000

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Fig 4: Locating Minimum And Maximum Battery Fluid Level Marking

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	Risk of explosion  from explosive gas. Risk of poisoning and caustic burns  from swallowing battery electrolyte. Risk of injury  through burns to skin and eyes from battery acid or when handling damaged lead-acid batteries	No fires, sparks, open flames or smoking. Wear acid-resistant gloves, clothing and glasses. Only pour battery acid into suitable and appropriately marked containers.	AS54.10-Z-0001-01A
	Notes on battery		AH54.10-P-0001-01A
1	Remove stop plugs from battery cells	On batteries without marking for minimum, maximum fluid level (arrow). Except with maintenance free battery.
2	Check fluid level of battery; correct if necessary	Except with maintenance free battery. If fluid level is not visible from outside, remove battery cell stop plugs, check level, and replace the plugs. Fluid must be approx. 12 to 15 mm above plates or up to visible "MAX" mark.