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8 Battery Installation
WARNING
Follow battery manufacturer’s safety recommendations when working around battery systems
and review the safety instructions provided in this manual.
8.1 Preparation/Mounting
The enclosure must be mounted before installation of the batteries may be completed.
Batteries should be located in a temperature-controlled environment; i.e., Tempest. The temperature should be
regulated at approx. 25°C (77°F). Significantly lower temperatures reduce performance and higher temperatures
decrease life expectancy.
Before assembly, clean cells (where applicable) as per the battery manufacturer's recommendations. First
neutralize any acid with a baking soda and water solution. Rinse with clear water, then wipe dry.
8.2 Installation of Batteries in Argus Tempest Power Systems
Verify that all battery breakers, DC circuit breakers, and fuses on the distribution panels are either
in the OFF position or removed. For each of the following steps, verify that the rubber terminal
caps / plastic covers are on and are completely covering the positive and negative terminal
connections.
Use a corrosion-inhibiting agent, such as NO-OX-ID “A”
™, on all battery terminal connections.
1. Check the battery block voltage (typically >12.6V).
2. Disconnect Anderson connectors.
3. Slide the battery blocks onto the battery tray.
4. Ensure that the battery output cabling will reach the [+] and [–] terminals of the series battery string and that
the batteries are oriented correctly for easy installation of the inter-unit “series” connectors.
5. Remove any NO-OX-ID “A”
™ grease from battery terminals.
6. Burnish terminal posts with a non-metallic brush, polishing pad or 3M Scotch Brite
™ scouring pad.
7. Apply a light coating of NO-OX-ID “A”
™ grease to the terminal posts.
8. If lead plated inter-unit connectors are used, they should also be burnished and NO-OX-ID “A”
™ grease
applied as above. Install the inter-unit connectors.
9. Connect the batteries to the pre-installed cables.
10. Customer connection – Attach sensor probe to battery negative terminal in middle of string.
11. After all battery connections are completed, torque per battery specifications (typically 100 in-lbs).
12. Verify polarity and voltage at Anderson connectors.
NOTE: See system startup procedure before connecting batteries online.
After assembly, batteries should be numbered and “as received” readings should be taken; such as, battery
voltage and temperature. Refer to manufacturer's literature for guidelines.