Alpha Technologies AlphaGen PN-6x-T 7.5kW 48VDC - Technical Manual - Manual (Page 50)

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3.0 Installation, continued
3.13 Connecting the Ignition Battery, PN-6x-T 7.5kW
The ignition battery is calcium/silver chemistry, 585 CCA , group 55 battery (Alpha P/N 181-
076-10).
To reduce the risk of arcing, disconnect the negative cable fi rst when removing the ignition battery
from the enclosure.
CAUTION!
1. Set the RAS switch on the ECM to the STOP position.
2. Using a voltmeter, check ignition battery voltage. Battery voltage should be at least
12.5Vdc. If low, recharge before placing into operation.
3. Place the battery onto the pan located to the left of the generator, with the POS terminal
closest to the sweep opening.
4. Coat the battery terminals with battery corrosion preventative compound (NCP-2).
5 Connect the positive (red) battery terminals and torque to 60 in-lbs.
6. Connect the negative (black) battery terminals and torque to 60 in-lbs.
7. Secure the battery hold-down bracket.
8. To remove the battery, reverse procedure.
For further information regarding the safe handling of batteries, refer to the Battery Safety
Notes at the beginning of this manual.
WARNING!