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Installation Environment
The battery should be installed in a clean, cool, and dry place, keeping water, oil, and dirt away
from the battery. The accumulation of these materials on the battery can cause current leakage,
resulting in self-discharge and a possible short-circuit. Sufficient air flow must be provided to
prevent excessive heat build-up and to minimize temperature variation between the paralleled
connected batteries.
Battery Operation
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DO NOT overcharge or overdischarge the battery.
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DO NOT charge the battery at low temperatures below 0°C (32°F) and discharge the battery
at high temperatures above 140°F (60°C).
Activating Battery
The battery is shipped in shelf mode. Before using the battery for the first time, please activate
the battery with a charge/discharge current greater than 1A and measure the terminal voltage
to validate. Prior to long periods of storage, please disconnect the battery from the system. The
battery will enter shelf mode automatically after 24 hours. In shelf mode, the battery has a low
self-discharge rate and can hold the charge for a longer period of time.
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Parallel connected batteries can be activated simultaneously with a charge/discharge cur-
rent greater than 1A for each battery.
Charging Battery
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DO NOT exceed the maximum continuous charge current of the battery.
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Only charge the battery with a battery charger or charge controller that is compatible with
the lithium iron phosphate battery.
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Depending on the length of time between manufacturing and shipping, the battery may be
received at a partial state of charge (SOC). Please fully charge the battery prior to the initial
use.
During the standard charging process, the battery is first charged at a constant current of 30A
