Alpha Technologies AlphaCell OPzS - Manual (Page 17)

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6.0 Unpacking and Handling for Installation, continued
6.3 Cell Handling, continued
Lifting procedure:
Tilt the cell about 1 inch (25 mm) to position the lifting belt.
Slide belt underneath cell.
Bring the end rings of the belt together over the cover and engage the hook of the lifting
device in both rings. Always lift vertically and balance the cell.
Lift cell into position. Exercise extreme care when initially lifting cells and when lowering
them into their fi nal position on the rack. To prevent one end of the unit from “kicking out,”
assign one person to steady the unit on a level plane during the entire lifting procedure.
Remove the belt after positioning the cell.
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7.0 System Installation
7.1 General
Stationary fl ooded batteries are installed on racks that differ in type, size, seismic rating,
and confi guration. Refer to the assembly drawing, which is included in the shipment, for the
particulars of your installation.
7.2 System Layout
Layout the system and consult Section 5.3 of this manual prior to installing the battery
system:
Locate the system position in the area designated.
Mark fl oor with system outline dimensions.
Using assembly drawing (included with shipment) and rack components, locate the
position of the fl oor anchors. Floor anchors are the responsibility of the user. Follow the
installation instructions of the manufacturer.
Batteries should be kept in the original shipping containers until installed. However, if you
must remove the batteries before installation, see the procedures in Section 6.3, “Cell
Handling.”
7.3 Installation Considerations
7.3.1 Arrangement
Arrange the cells so that the positive terminal of one cell will be adjacent to the
negative terminal of the next cell/jar throughout the battery string.
Cells are usually positioned on rack rails with plates perpendicular to the rails.
Take care when positioning cells to ensure the main battery terminals are not
close together on step or back-to-back racks.
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