FIAMM SoNick I&O - 48TL160H rev.0
– July 2013
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2.3 Handling
The use of non-conductive tools or tools rendered non-conductive by means of an insulating
material is highly recommended.
High energy batteries should always be handled carefully to avoid the possibility of creating a short
circuit. In some circumstances, when in operation, the battery surface may be hot.
Battery handles are for hand carrying only, do not sling from the handles. Use an appropriate
battery lifting harness for hoisting the battery. The battery handles are to be used to remove the
battery from its original packaging and to securely place the battery in its operating location.
Always use all handles when handling the battery.
Never push or pull the battery by applying force to the Battery Management System.
Personnel should inspect the nearby environment where batteries will be handled to identify and
eliminate all potential sources of electrical and physical damage to the batteries. Avoid conditions
that could result in short-circuits, overheating, puncture or crush.
Figure 1
2.4 Storage
The suitable environment for battery storage in general is in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place.
Sodium Nickel batteries should be stored in an identified area of the warehouse equipped with
Class ''D'' fire extinguishers. The battery can be stored for any length of time in the cold state
without changing its characteristics or state of charge.
The battery has an extremely high resistance in the cold state and even a very low current can
damage the battery when cold. Do not try to disassemble the battery management system (BMS)
and apply any load or perform any measurement using the internal terminals of the battery,
especially when it is in cold state.
The storage temperature should be between
–40°C and +60°C.
2.5 Battery Return and Disposal
A Sodium Nickel battery must be transported cold and if possible discharged.
Do not burn or dispose of the battery. End of life or defective batteries are to be returned to FIAMM
SoNick, where recycling and/or disposal of the different parts will be performed.
Notify FIAMM SoNick customer service prior to returning the battery.
2.6 Packaging
The 48TL160H battery is shipped cold and completely discharged in a wooden crate fixed with
straps to avoid any risk of uncontrolled movement or drops and surrounded by a protective foam
cushion (fig.2, dimensions in mm).
In case of battery return, battery should be packed in the original wooden box, only when turned off
and cold. Battery with a heavily damaged external case should be wrapped with polyethylene
sheets before of the packing, to avoid the risk of release of material or odors.
