Alpha Technologies AlphaGen PN-6x-T 7.5kW 48Vdc - Manual (Page 11)

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Battery Maintenance Guidelines
The battery maintenance instructions listed below are for reference only. Battery manufacturer’s instructions
for transportation, installation, storage, or maintenance take precedence over these instructions.
• To prevent damage, inspect batteries every 3 months for:
Signs of battery cracking, leaking or swelling. The battery should be replaced immediately by
authorized personnel using a battery of the identical type and rating.
Signs of battery cable damage. Battery cables should be replaced immediately by authorized personnel
using replacement parts specified by vendor.
Loose battery connection hardware. Refer to battery manufacturer’s documentation for the correct
torque and connection hardware for the application.
• Apply battery manufacturer’s specified antioxidant compound on all exposed connections.
• Verify battery terminals and/or exposed connection hardware is not within 2 inches of a conductive
surface. Reposition batteries as necessary to maintain adequate clearance.
• Clean up any electrolyte (battery emission) in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulations or
codes.
• Proper venting of the enclosure is recommended. Follow the Battery Manufacturer’s approved
transportation and storage instructions.
• Always replace batteries with those of an identical type and rating. Never install old or untested batteries.
• Do not charge batteries in a sealed container. Each individual battery should have at least 0.5
inches of space between it and all surrounding surfaces to allow for convection cooling.
• All battery compartments must have adequate ventilation to prevent an accumulation of potentially
dangerous gas.
Recycling and Disposal Instructions
Spent or damaged batteries are considered environmentally unsafe. Always recycle used batteries or dispose
of the batteries in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations.
Electrical Safety
• Lethal voltages are present within the power supply and electrical boxes. Never assume that an electrical
connection or conductor is not energized. Check the circuit with a volt meter with respect to the grounded
portion of the enclosure (both AC and DC) prior to any installation or removal procedure.
• Always use the buddy system when working under hazardous conditions.
• A licensed electrician is required to install permanently wired equipment.
• Input voltages can range up to 240Vac. Ensure that utility power is disabled before beginning installation
or removal.
• Ensure no liquids or wet clothes contact internal components.
• Hazardous electrically live parts inside this unit are energized from batteries even when the AC input
power is disconnected.
Gas Safety
• Do not smoke or use any source of flame around gas lines. Propane and natural gas are extremely
flammable, and explosive at high concentrations. Large releases can create a flammable vapor cloud.
• In high concentrations gas is an asphyxiant that displaces oxygen from the breathing atmosphere.
• Contact with liquid may cause skin and eye burns.