Exide Technologies GB4007 - Manual

SLS
RAILWAY DIESEL STARTING
BATTERIES
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION – READ THE ENTIRE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTION BEFORE PLACING BATTERIES IN SERVICE.
1.0 SAFETY
• Assign battery and charger care to properly
trained personnel. Follow your company’s Safety
Instructions when working with or near diesel
starting batteries. Thoroughly familiarize yourself
with industry and government guidelines (OSHA,
ANSI, etc.) for charging, handling and maintaining
diesel batteries.
• In normal use, the Element battery will not
generate or release hydrogen gas, will not release
acid mist, and will not leak acid. This is because
Element batteries are designed differently than
conventional lead acid batteries, in order to
operate with low maintenance. However, there
is the possibility that under abnormal operating
conditions, or as a result of damage, misuse and/
or abuse, these potentially hazardous conditions
(hydrogen gassing, acid mist, and leaking
electrolyte) could occur.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid, which can cause
burns and other serious injury. In the event of
contact with sulfuric acid, flush immediately and
thoroughly with water. Secure medical attention
immediately.
• When working with batteries wear rubber apron
and rubber gloves. Wear safety goggles or other
eye protection.
• Batteries could generate explosive gases, which
when released, can explode and cause blindness
and other serious injury. If the safety vent opens
while the explosive gases are being generated
(e.g. In the event of a charger malfunction), these
explosive gases will be released. Keep sparks,
flames, and smoking materials away from the
battery area.
• Lift batteries with a hoist, crane, lift truck, or
similar equipment. Move batteries on trucks,
conveyors or rollers. Make sure equipment is of
ample strength and properly installed.
• Never lay metal tools, such as wrenches or other
material on top of a battery.
• Disconnect the battery from the locomotive when
performing main- tenance and repair on the motor
or the electrical system.
• Open or “break” the battery circuit before
attempting repairs to terminal connections.
2.0 RECEIVING BATTERIES
Immediately upon delivery, examine the battery for
possible damage caused in transit. Damaged packing
material or staining from leaking electrolyte could indicate
rough handling.
If there is evident damage, the receipt should be signed
and both copies (carrier’s and receiving copies) marked
“Shipment Received Damaged”. The carrier should
be called immediately and asked to make a “Carrier’s
Inspection for Damage Report”.
If “concealed” damage is later detected, the carrier should
be called immediately and requested to make a “Carrier’s
Inspection for Concealed Damage Report”. After
inspection by the carrier, arrangements should be made
with the local GNB® Industrial Power representative to
have the battery repaired before placing it in service.
3.0 INITIAL CHARGE
Batteries lose some charge during shipment as well as
during the period prior to installation. A battery should
be installed and given its initial charge as soon after
receipt as possible. Battery positive (+) terminal should
be connected to the charger positive (+) terminal and the
battery negative (-) terminal should be connected to the
charger negative terminal.
3.1 Constant Voltage Method
Constant voltage is the only recommended charging
method.
CAUTION
Do not use chain or wire rope slings.
POST THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
BATTERY MAINTENANCE AREA.
CAUTION
Before placing the battery in service, review
and adhere to the Safety Guidelines listed in
Section 1.0.