7.0.1 Storage and transport
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Unfilled batteries do not require any maintenance.
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Always store wet charged batteries in a cool place (but not in a
refrigerator or freezer).
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Regularly check the state of charge or use charge maintaining
devices.
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Recharge wet charged batteries at an acid density of 1.21 kg/l
or 12.3 V open circuit voltage or after request for charge by the
optical state of charge indicator at the latest (see point 7.0.4 ).
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Wet charged batteries are to be transported and stored up-
right, protected against tipping over, and protected against
short-circuit, since acid may escape otherwise.
7.0.2 Commissioning
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Regard safety regulations.
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Wet charged delivered batteries are ready for use. Only install
sufficiently charged batteries, minimum 12.50 V open circuit
voltage.
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Remove sealing plugs. Fill the individual cells of the battery
with sulphuric acid according to DIN IEC60933-1 of density
1.28 kg/l up to the maximum acid level.
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Allow battery to stand for 15 minutes, tilt slightly several times,
and refill acid if necessary.
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Tightly screw in or press in the sealing plugs.
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Wipe off any acid splashes.
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In case the battery does not show a sufficient starting perfor-
mance due to too low temperature or unfavourable storage
conditions, the battery needs to be recharged (see point
7.0.4).
7.0.3 Installation in and removal
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Prior to removing the battery, switch off the engine and all
electric consumers.
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When removing the battery, first disconnect the negative ter-
minal (-), then disconnect the positive terminal (+).
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Clean battery terminal and terminal clamps and treat them
with acid-free grease.
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Clamp battery tightly (use original fastening).
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Only remove the protection cover from the positive terminal in
the vehicle when connecting the battery and place it on the
terminal of the replaced battery in order to avoid short-circuits
and spark creation.
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When installing the battery, first connect the positive terminal
(+), then connect the negative terminal (-).
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Assure tight fit of the terminal clamps.
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Take over accessories such as terminal covers, elbow piece,
tube connection, closing plugs and terminal clamp holders
(where available) from the replaced battery and connect them
the same way.
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Keep at least one degassing opening unclosed, otherwise ex-
plosion hazard (this also concerns the return transport of the
old battery).
Fire, sparks, open light, and smoking
forbidden!
Avoid spark creation when operating
with cables and electric devices!
Avoid short-circuits!
Avoid electro-static discharges.
Warning note
Do not place batteries in direct sunlight
without protection (box becomes
crumbling).
Discharged batteries can freeze up
(freezing point of acid of fully charged
battery -70°C, at 50% state of charge
Disposal
Hand in old batteries at a collection
point.
The notes listed under point 1 are to be
followed during transport.
Never dispose of old batteries as
domestic waste!
Transport damaged batteries in
suitable containers (acid leakage).
Corrosive hazard
Battery acid is highly corrosive, therefore:
Wear protective gloves and eye
protection during all operations on the
battery.
Do not tilt battery, acid may leak from
the degassing openings.
First aid
Rinse out acid splashed in the eyes
immediately for several minutes with
clear water. Then consult a doctor
immediately.
Neutralize acid splashes on skin or
clothing immediately with acid
neutralizer (soda) or soap suds and
rinse with plenty of water.
If acid has been drunk, immediately
consult a doctor!
The instructions on the battery and in
Wear eye protection during all operations.
Explosion hazard :
While charging batteries, a highly
explosive oxyhydrogen mixture
develops, therefore:
Keep children away from acid, batteries,
and chargers.
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