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1.5.4
Battery Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
The batteries installed in the UPS and within the extended battery packs contain
electrolyte. Under normal conditions the containers are dry. A damaged battery may leak electrolyte
that can be dangerous when in contact with the skin and cause irritation to the eyes. Should this happen,
wash the affected part with copious amounts of water and seek immediate medical attention.
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Voltage is always present on the battery terminals.
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Even when discharged, a battery has the capacity to supply a high short circuit current, which in
addition to causing damage to the battery itself and to associated cables, may expose the operator to
the risk of burns.
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Batteries should not be kept in storage for periods exceeding 6 months at 25°C without being re-
charged (having been charged to 100% at the beginning of any such period). If these conditions are
not respected, the performance of the battery can no longer be guaranteed. It is advisable to recharge
the batteries at least once every 4 months.
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Since new batteries often do not provide full capacity after an initial charge, it may be necessary to
carry out a number of discharge/recharge cycles before optimum performance is achieved.
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In order to protect the environment, batteries must be disposed of in accordance with the regulations
governing disposal/recycling of toxic and harmful waste.
1.5.5
Repacking of Unit
Do not pack equipment until at least two (2) hours have elapsed since the last recharge.
Place the equipment in bags made of material sufficiently porous to allow it to breathe (e.g. 100μm polyethylene).
Do not remove air from the packaging.
When packing the unit for movement by common carrier, place in original or equivalent packaging container.
