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031-295-B0-001, Rev. B (11/2018)
Important Safety Instructions
Review the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual before proceeding. If there are any questions regarding
the safe installation or operation of the system, contact Alpha Technologies or the nearest Alpha representative. Save this
document for future reference.
To reduce the risk of injury or death, and to ensure the continued safe operation of this product, notifications have been
placed throughout this manual. Where these notifications appear, use extra care and attention.
Alpha Technologies’ products are subject to change through continual improvement processes. Therefore, specifications
or design layouts may vary slightly from the descriptions included in this manual. Updates to the manual are issued when
changes affect form, fit or function.
ATTENTION:
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 cable 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.
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 240 VAC. 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.
