Exide Technologies Section 95.10 - Manual (Page 7)

5.1 BATTERY ORIENTATION
The RELAY GEL battery can only be installed in a vertical orientation with the posts
pointing up (per Figure 1). This battery may not be placed on its sides. Contact your
local GNB Industrial Power representative if you require the battery to be placed in a
different orientation.
5.2 VENTILATION
The RELAY GEL battery is a valve regulated battery which under normal recommended
charging in a stationary application does not vent any gases.
However, should the battery be subjected to excessive overcharge, hydrogen and
oxygen can be vented to the atmosphere. Therefore, the battery should NEVER BE
INSTALLED IN AN AIRTIGHT ENCLOSURE. Sufficient precautions must be taken to
prevent excessive overcharge. Normal ventilation sufficient for human occupation will be
adequate to avoid hazardous conditions.
Tests have confirmed that more than 99% of gases generated are recombined within
the battery. Under normal operating conditions, no special ventilation and/or battery
room is required.
RELAY GEL batteries can be installed in close proximity to electronic equipment only
when the heat generated by this equipment is removed by ventilation.
5.3 TEMPERATURE VARIATIONS
Sources of heat or cooling directed on portions of the battery can cause temperature
variations within the strings resulting in cell voltage differences and eventual
compromise of battery performance. Heat sources, such as heaters, sunlight or
associated equipment, can cause such temperature variations. Similarly, air
conditioning or outside air vents should not directly influence portions of battery string
temperatures. Every effort should be made to keep temperature variations within
3°C (5°F).
5.4 FLOOR LOADING
The area where the battery system is to be installed should have the capability to
support the weight of the battery as well as any auxiliary equipment. The total battery
weight will depend on the battery size, number of batteries, as well as the configuration
involved. Prior to installation, a determination should be made that the floor integrity is
adequate to accommodate the battery system.
5.5 FLOOR ANCHORING
Where seismic conditions are anticipated, floor anchoring should be provided. Such
anchoring is the responsibility of the user.
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YES NO NO
Figure 1