TM 10-3930-669-20 WARNING When connecting battery cables to battery, always connect positive terminal before connecting negative terminal.  Failure to due so could cause an electrical arc and serious injury to personnel or damage to equipment. Battery acid (electrolyte) is extremely harmful.  Always wear safety goggles and rubber gloves, and do not smoke when performing maintenance on batteries. Injury will result if acid contacts skin or eyes.  Wear rubber apron to prevent clothing being damaged. Remove all jewelry such as rings, dog tags, bracelets, etc.  If jewelry contacts battery terminal, a direct short may result in instant heating of tools, damage to equipment, and injury or death to personnel. (5) Coat positive battery terminal (15) with corrosion preventive compound. (6) Install positive cable (14) on positive battery terminal (15) and tighten nut (13). Cover positive battery terminal (15) with red rubber terminal cover (12). WARNING Corrosion inhibitor contains alkali.  Do not get in eyes; wear goggles/safety glasses when using.  Avoid contact with skin.  In case of contact, immediately wash area with soap and water.  If eyes are contacted, flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes and get immediate medical attention. (7) Coat positive battery terminal (11) with corrosion preventive compound. (8) Install positive side of cable (7) on positive battery terminal (11) and tighten nut (10).  Cover positive battery terminal (11) with red rubber terminal cover (9). 15-51