TM 11-5820-890-10-3
INSTALLATION OF PRIMARY BATTERY AND BATTERY BOX. To assemble a manpack radio, you must first check and
install the battery.
WARNING
THE LITHIUM BATTERY USED WITH YOUR MANPACK RADIO IS HAZARDOUS IF MISUSED OR
TAMPERED WITH BEFORE, DURING, OR AFTER DISCHARGE. STRICTLY OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT INJURY TO PERSONNEL OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
DO NOT heat, incinerate, crush, puncture, disassemble, or otherwise mutilate battery.
DO NOT short circuit, recharge, or bypass any internal fuse.
DO NOT store battery in equipment during periods of non-use.
TURN OFF equipment immediately if you feel battery case becoming very hot, hear battery venting
(hissing, or burping), or smell irritating gas (sulphur dioxide). Remove battery only after it cools to the
touch: then return it to supply for disposal.
Installation of Primary Battery and Battery Box to RT
a.
Visually inspect battery box for dirt and damage. If battery has been previously used, note battery life condition
number.
b.
Stand RT on front panel guards; place battery box on RT. Secure using latches.
c.
Check battery life condition (written on battery if battery is not new).
d.
Write down number (for later entry into radio).
e.
Place battery in battery box and mate connectors.
f.
Close battery box cover, and secure using latches.
g.
Return radio to upright position.
h.
If used battery was installed, enter the battery life condition into the radio by performing the following:
(1)
Set FCTN to LD.
(2)
Press BATT; then CLR.
(3)
Enter number recorded on side of battery.
(4)
Press Sto/ENT.
(5)
Set FCTN to SQ ON.
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