8. Installation
This chapter describes the proper assembly of the BALTO System and making it operational for testing.
8.1 Safety Warnings
Before assembly of the various components, it is mandatory to read the warnings concerning the equipment
carefully. The warnings must be obeyed.
The output terminals of the DC Current Generators, the cables and the connection points on the test object may
get hot during Current Injections.
To prevent the Support Carriage from moving abruptly during system assembly, it is necessary to put the Support
Carriage in working position by locking the wheels (BALTO Modular only).
Carefully follow the instructions concerning the assembly of the device, in particular the steps regarding the DC
Current Generators and Power Connections.
8.2 Preparation : charge the BALTO beforehand
The Batteries of the Energy Supply should always be charged before performing tests with the BALTO System.
WARNING : During the charging of the BALTO System, gases are produced and diffused by the batteries.
For this reason, the BALTO Systems battery must be charged in a sufficiently ventilated room.
NOTE :
The BALTO System must be charged - connected to mains power - at least 48 hours a week, even if
the system is not in active use.
Prolonged periods in which a battery cell’s voltage is below 2 V may cause irreversible chemical damage.
NOTE :
Chemical damage occurring in batteries left without charge for prolonged periods is irreversible
and cannot be undone by recharging.
Damaged or end-of-life batteries must be disposed of according to local waste disposal regulations.
Do not ship damaged batteries.
8.3 Charging the current generators
Before connecting the DC Current Generator(s) to the Support Carriage (BALTO Modular) or the Connection Panel
(BALTO Compact), the DC Current Generator(s) voltage must be charged to match the voltage of the energy
compartment.
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