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(a) Provides electrical energy in the form of large electrical currents to crank the
engine.
(b) Provides electrical current to operate electrical equipment for a reasonable
period of time when the engine is not running, or when electrical system
demands exceed that of the generator/alternator output.
(c) Acts as stabilizer, maintaining voltage levels for electrical distribution circuits.
1-6 Location and Description of Major Components.
The location and description of the major components of the battery (See Figure 1-1)
are listed below:
Figure 1-1
a. Container (1). Made in one piece molded hard rubber or plastic, which is
impervious to acid.
b. Cover (2). Molded hard rubber or plastic, which provides an acid tight seal for
top of container.
c. Handle, Carrying, (3) Made of nylon rope which is impervious to acid or may be
build into the battery case with different material.
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