TM 10-3930-659-20 Table 4-2.  Electrical Troubleshooting  (Con’t). MALFUNCTION TEST OR INSPECTION CORRECTIVE ACTION WARNING •  Remove  all  jewelry  such  as  rings,  dog  tags,  bracelets,  etc.    If  jewelry  contacts battery terminal, a direct short will result, causing Instant heating of jewelry which will result In severe injury to personnel. • Battery gases can explode.  DO NOT smoke or allow sparks or open flames near batteries.    Wear  safety  glasses  or  goggles  when  checking  batteries.    Failure  to follow this warning may result in death or serious Injury to personnel. • Sulfuric acid contained In batteries can cause serious burns.  If battery corrosion or electrolyte makes contact with skin, eyes, or clothing, take Immediate action to stop the corrosive burning effects.  Failure to follow these procedures may result In death or serious Injury to personnel. a.    Eyes.    Flush  with  cold  water  for  no  less  than  15  minutes  and  seek  medical attention Immediately. b.  Skin.  Flush with large amounts of cold water until all acid Is removed.  Seek medical attention as required. c.  Internal.  If corrosion or electrolyte is Ingested, drink large amounts of water or milk.  Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or vegetable oil.  Seek medical attention Immediately. d.  Clothing/Equipment.  Wash area with large amounts of cold water.  Neutralize acid with baking soda or household ammonia. Step 4. Check  level  of  distilled  water  in  each  battery  (see  TM  9-6140-200-14)  and  inspect  batteries  for proper charge (see STE/ICE-R Test GO5). Fill batteries with distilled water to proper level (see TM 9-6140-200-14). Charge batteries (see TM 9-6140-200-14). Step 5. Test battery charging indicator and fault monitor circuit (see STE/ICE-R Test GO3.). Step 6. Test alternator output voltage (see STE/ICE-R Test NG50). 4-22