Beckhoff CX2900-0192, Manual

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Transport and storage
CX2900-0192 12 Version: 1.4
3.2 Storage
WARNING
Fire and explosion hazard
The battery pack may release flammable gases, which may result in a fire or even an explosion.
Store the battery pack in a space with adequate ventilation, never in an airtight container or bag.
Observe the following storage conditions, in order to maintain the service life of the battery pack:
• Store the battery pack in discharged state.
• Remove the fuse from the battery pack.
• Store the battery pack at room temperature or below.
• Do not store the battery pack in a dusty environment, at high humidity or in location with strong
vibrations.
If the battery pack is stored for 3 months or more, it must be recharged at regular intervals.
Table 1: Recharging intervals depending on the storage temperature.
Storage temperature Recharge after
Below 20 °C 12 months
20°C to 30°C 9 months
20°C to 40°C 6 months
Recharge the battery pack after 12 months at the latest. Avoid deep discharge of the battery pack.
Table 2: Self-discharge behavior at 25°C.
Period Battery pack charge (%)
after 3 months 91% charge
after 6 months 82 % charge
after 12 months 64 % charge