Exide Technologies Section 92.61 - Manual (Page 25)

SECTION 16
16.0 Tap Connections
Tap connections should not be used on a battery. This can
cause overcharging of the unused cells and undercharging of
those cells supplying the load, thus reducing battery life.
SECTION 17
17.0 Temporary Non-Use
An installed battery that is expected to stand idle longer
than the maximum storage interval (see Sec. 4.2), should be
treated as stated below. The maximum storage interval is 6
months if stored at 77°F.
Give the battery an equalizing charge as per Section 13.
Following the equalizing charge, open connections at the bat-
tery terminals to remove charger and load from the battery.
Repeat the above after every 6 months (77°F) or at the
required storage interval. See Section 4.2 for adjustments
to storage intervals when the storage temperature exceeds
77°F.
To return the battery to normal service, re-connect the battery
to the charger and the load, give an equalizing charge and
return the battery to float operation.
SECTION 18
18.0 Unit Cleaning
Periodically clean cell covers with a dry 2” paintbrush to
remove accumulated dust. If any cell parts appear to be damp
with electrolyte or show signs of corrosion, contact your local
GNB representative.
SECTION 19
19.0 Connections
Battery terminals and intercell connections should be cor-
rosion free and tight for trouble-free operation. Periodically
these connections should be inspected.
If corrosion is present, disconnect the connector from the ter-
minal.
Gently clean the affected area using a suede brush or Scotch
Brite scouring pad. Apply a thin coating of NO-OX-ID “A”
grease to the cleaned contact surfaces, reinstall connectors
and retorque connections to 11.3 Newton-meters (100 inch
pounds).
ALL TERMINAL AND INTERCELL CONNECTIONS SHOULD
BE RETORQUED AT LEAST ONCE EVERY YEAR TO 11.3
NEWTON-METERS (100 INCH POUNDS).
NOTE: Design and/or specifications subject to change
without notice. If questions arise, contact your local
sales representative for clarification.
SECTION 20
20.0 Capacity Testing
When a capacity discharge test is desired, it is recommended
that it be performed in accordance with IEEE-1188*, latest
revision.
An equalizing charge, as described in Section 13.2, must be
completed within 7 days prior to the capacity test. The bat-
teries must be returned to float charging immediately after the
equalize charge completes. Allow the batteries to float at least
72 hours prior to capacity discharge.
After the capacity discharge has completed, the batteries can
be recharged in the shortest amount of time by following the
equalize charge procedure described in Section 13.2.
*IEEE-1188: Recommended Practice for Maintenance,
Testing, and Replacement of Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid
(VRLA) Batteries for Stationary Applications.
CAUTION!
DO NOT WORK ON CONNECTIONS
WITH BATTERY CONNECTED TO
CHARGER OR LOAD.
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CAUTION!
Do not clean plastic parts with solvents,
detergents, oils, mineral spirit or spray
type cleaners as these may cause crazing
or cracking of the plastic materials.
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