MED HP Batteries
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Installation & User Guide
Installation & User Guide
HP Batteries; Medium Size
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5.0
Installation
5.1 Securing the Battery
It is strongly recommended to use the LBS purpose made
mounting brackets and screws to secure the battery in its
permanent location. The battery enclosure has been
specifically designed with pre-drilled holes to locate
aluminium angle brackets at various points to suit
different compartments, locations and battery orientation
(terminals facing up or terminals facing to the side).
Figure 5-1: Battery Mounting Bracket Options
Unsecured batteries in moving vehicles represent a projectile hazard in the event of an accident.
Refer to the specific battery model datasheet for mounting bracket options. As mentioned earlier in
section 2, do not remove rivets or penetrate the enclosure in any way
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drilling holes into the
enclosure or removing rivets to mount brackets will cause metal shavings to interfere with the
electronics inside.
Mounting orientation
The typical operating orientation is with the terminals facing upwards and should be the first option
if possible. Having the battery terminals facing forwards is also an acceptable orientation. The
battery uses the aluminium lid as a heat sink, the function of which can be hampered by an upside-
down orientation; therefore, mounting upside down is not recommended. If in doubt, contact LBS or
a suitable tradesperson for advice.
