FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-1B
Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices
Aircraft Inspection and Repair
AC 43.13-1B | 11. Aircraft Electrical Systems | 2. Storage Batteries | 11-22. Installation Practices
AC 43.13-1B
9/8/98
may normally be avoided by insulating the
terminal posts during the installation process.
Remove the grounding lead first for battery
removal, then the positive lead. Connect the
grounding lead of the battery last to minimize
the risk of shorting the “hot terminal” of the
battery during installation.
f. Battery Hold Down Devices. Ensure
that the battery hold down devices are secure,
but not so tight as to exert excessive pressure
that may cause the battery to buckle causing
internal shorting of the battery.
g. Quick-Disconnect Type Battery. If a
quick-disconnect type of battery connector,
that prohibits crossing the battery lead is not
employed, ensure that the aircraft wiring is
connected to the proper battery terminal. Re-
verse polarity in an electrical system can seri-
ously damage a battery and other electrical
components. Ensure that the battery cable
connections are tight to prevent arcing or a
high resistance connection.
11-23.11-29. [RESERVED.]
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