Alpha Technologies AlphaCell OPzS - Manual (Page 18)

OPzS-BATTERY 18
7.0 System Installation, continued
7.3 Installation Considerations, continued
7.3.2 Spacing
Maintain proper spacing between cells on the rack to provide thermal management
and to allow for the proper fi t of hardware and connections.
7.4 Battery Installation
Prior to installation ensure the following:
The fl oor is fl at without bulges. In the event it is not, suitable brackets should be made
and laid under the trays.
When mounted in the plastic trays or on the wooden stands, the cells stand fi rmly.
Spacing between the cells should correspond to the dimensions of the battery
connectors. In the event that the cells do not stand vertically, they should be under-laid
with lead or plastic brackets.
Cells are not damaged or unserviceable. Voltages and electrolyte density are measured
and the results are written in the acceptance log.
The cell polarity is correct.
When mounting multiple batteries side by side, a minimum of 20 in. (.5 m) (32 in.
recommended) of space should be left on all sides for maintenance purposes.
There are two methods available to connect the cells into the battery:
Rubber-coated connectors (thread system) that are screwed fi rmly to the terminal posts
by stainless steel screws. All terminal posts, connectors and screws shall be greased with
no-acid grease (ARONIX).
Lead connectors (welding system), which are welded to the terminal posts.
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Dropping the cell or unit can damage the internal cell components.
CAUTION!
WARNING!
Improper lifting can result in personal injury or damage to the module.
To install a battery system:
Install the rack according to the rack assembly drawing (included with the shipment).
Before lifting cells, determine which two sides will be positioned across the rails.
Employ the appropriate handling method for the cells to be installed (as described in
Section 6.3). Exercise extreme caution when initially lifting cells and when lowering them
into 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.
Position the fi rst cell on the bottom shelf, centered across the rails. After placement,
remove the lifting belt (if used) from the hook and pull the belt from under the module.
When sliding the cells onto rails, do not push on the center of the cell or unit. Hold the cell
by placing hands on the corners of the jar and then push to slide.
If provided, place the long rubber angle cell spacer on the mid-point of the cell cover.
Position one leg on top of the cover and the other so that it extends down over the edge
of the cover to the side where the next cell is to be positioned.
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