Physical Damage - Saft 4579 Component Maintenance Manual With Illustrated Parts List

(2)
B. When inspection reveals electrolyte leakage from the cell at the vent hole opening,
replace the defective O-ring (4) as follows:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
3.

Physical damage

When necessary, remove minor dents in the battery cover (8) and battery case (7) using a hard
rubber mallet. Polish out minor pits or scratches using a fine grain abrasive porous cloth.
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Replace o-ring and torque lower terminal nut per Figure 801.
Using the vent-valve wrench (P/N 093382-000), loosen and remove the vent
valve (3) from the cell assembly (2).
Cover the cell with a damp, clean cloth to prevent any foreign particles from
falling into the cell.
Remove the defective O-ring (4) from the vent valve (3), and install a new O-
ring (4) onto the vent valve (3).
Remove the cloth from the cell, and insert the vent valve (3) into the cell
assembly (2). Using the vent valve wrench (P/N 093382-000), tighten the vent
valve securely in place. To ensure they are tightened properly, use only finger
pressure on the wrench.
Clean cell assembly (2) in accordance with CLEANING.
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