Exide Technologies GB3979 - Manual (Page 2)

1.9 Open or “break” the battery circuit before attempting repairs to the charging plug
or receptacles.
1.10 Apply a strong neutralizer, such as baking soda or soda ash, when electrolyte is
spilled on the floor. Check local regulations regarding the disposal of neutralized
waste.
2. RECEIVING BATTERIES
Immediately upon receipt of shipment, examine the outside of the packing for signs of
rough handling before accepting the battery from the carrier. Wet spots on the shipping
pallet may be an indication of leaking jars broken in shipment.
If there is evidence of damage, the receipt should be signed and both copies (carrier’s
and receiving copies) marked “Shipment Received Damaged”. The carrier should be
called immediately and asked to make a “Carrier’s Inspection for Damage Report”.
If “concealed” damage is later detected, the carrier should be called immediately and
requested to make a “Carrier’s Inspection for Concealed Damage Report”. After
inspection by the carrier, arrangements should be made with the local GNB Industrial
Power representative to have the battery repaired before placing it in service.
3. PLACING IN SERVICE
Verify that the battery weight meets or exceeds the minimum truck weight requirements.
Allow the battery to cool or warm to room temperature before charging or adding water.
Make sure the battery charger is properly matched to the battery. Use a charger with
automatic charger termination controls. GNB Industrial Power recommends the use of a
GNB
® SCR charger.
Open the vent caps from each cell and check to see that the electrolyte level is above
the top of the separators. If it is obvious that the electrolyte has spilled out of any cells,
replace it with electrolyte of the same specific gravity as found in the other cells of the
battery. Close the vent caps and give the battery a freshening charge until there is no
increase in specific gravity for three hydrometer readings taken at one hour intervals.
During shipment of the battery, low temperatures and/or normal shock and vibration
often results in a drop in the electrolyte level. If the level is below the top of the
separators, recheck it after 3 hours of charging. If the level remains below the top of the
separators, add water or electrolyte to the proper level at the end of charging.
Following the first week of service, the battery should reach its normal operating specific
gravity of 1.310 to 1.320 for 100T and 140T cells at 77° F (25° C).
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BEFORE PLACING BATTERIES IN SERVICE,
REVIEW AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY GUIDELINES LISTED IN ITEM 1. SAFETY.