Alpha Technologies AlphaCell OPzS - Manual (Page 19)

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7.0 System Installation, continued
7.4 Battery Installation, continued
Lift the next cell to be installed and place it next to the previously installed unit. Be certain
to allow proper spacing between cells as outlined in Section 7.3.2. Exercise extreme care
when positioning cells. Bumping or scraping a cell against the adjacent cell or unit or rack
member may damage the jar material.
Do not use any kind of tool to pry cells into position.
Take care to position cells so the main battery terminals are not close together on step
racks or on back-to-back racks.
Remove the belt loops (if used) from the lifting hook and pull the belt free from under the
unit.
Repeat steps 5 through 7 until all units are installed on all tiers of the rack.
As soon as cells are unpacked and installed on the rack, remove the shipping vent plugs
and immediately install the fl ame arrestors. Do not attempt to charge cells unless fl ame
arrestors are in place.
Once installed, do not remove the fl ame arrestors, except when measuring or refi lling
water.
Number the cells starting from the positive terminal of the battery. The cell numbers
supplied are backed with pressure-sensitive adhesive and should be applied to the rails
or the jars. Before applying the cell numbers, clean surfaces.
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7.5 Preparing and Installing Connections
7.5.1 Terminal Posts
All bolted type terminal posts of the cells are greased at the factory to prevent
oxidation.
The cells are now positioned and ready to be connected. Connect the cells according
to the assembly drawing (included with the shipment) and the following instructions:
Remove the grease with a paper towel.
Inspect each terminal post. If discoloration or tarnishing is noted, neutralize the
post with sodium bicarbonate and water solution (Section 12.1.2, Procedure 2).
Do not allow cleaning solution to enter cell. Dry thoroughly.
Clean the contact surface with a stiff-bristle nonmetallic brush/pad until a clean,
bright surface is obtained. Do not expose copper.
Apply a light coat of ARONIX grease.
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