SAFEPATH Manual
Sheet 46 of 78
Rev. C April 1999
Installation and Care of Sealed Lead Acid Batteries
Sealed lead acid batteries are designed to operate in standby service for approximately five years. This is based upon a normal
service condition where there is an ambient of 20 degrees C (68 degrees F) and batteries are completely discharged once every
three months. LENGTH OF SERVICE LIFE WILL BE DIRECTLY EFFECTED BY THE NUMBER OF DISCHARGE CYCLES,
DEPTH OF DISCHARGE, AND AMBIENT TEMPERATURE.
Use Guidelines:
1. Avoid installation and/or operation in close proximity to heat sources. While the operating temperature range is 0 to 49
degrees C (32-120 degrees F), battery life will be maximized at an ambient of 20 degrees C (68 degrees F).
2. Batteries may generate ignitable gases. Because of this, batteries shall be installed in a well ventilated location, away from
spark producing equipment.
3. Batteries shall not be installed in an atmosphere where organic solvents or adhesives may be present. The batteries shall not
be cleaned with oils, thinners, or similar substances. The case and cover of the batteries are ABS plastic resin which may
suffer damage from these chemicals.
4.
Batteries shall not be installed in a heavy vibration or shock location.
5.
Batteries shall have a 1/4” minimum separation between cells.
6.
Insulated gloves shall always be worn when handling batteries.
7. Batteries shall not be crushed, incinerated, or dismantled. The electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which can cause serious
damage to eyes and skin. If contact does occur, flush with water and seek immediate medical attention.
8.
Batteries of different capacities, age, or manufacturer shall not be used together.
Battery Storage
Batteries which are to be stored for an extended period of time should be given a supplementary charge monthly. Batteries should
never be stored in a discharged condition.
The self-discharge rate of batteries is approximately 3% per month when the storage temperature is maintained at 20 degrees C (68
degrees F). The self-discharge rate will vary depending upon temperature. Cooler temperatures cause the self-discharge rate to
decrease. Warmer temperatures cause the self-discharge rate to increase.
Configuration
There are 8 dip switches used to configure the SAFEPATH system:
They are:
SW8
Position 1, REMOTE MICROPHONE ENABLE (RM). ON configures the system to use an optional Remote Microphone.
OFF configures the system to use no Remote Microphone.
SW8
Position 2, SYNCHRONIZED STROBES ENABLE (SS).
ON configures the system to work with Wheelock’s synchronized strobes.
SW8
Position 3, Remote SAFEPATH ENABLE (SL).
Future Use, leave in OFF position.
SW8
Position 4, Future Use (FU). Leave in OFF position.
SW9
Position 1, LAMP TEST ENABLE (LT). ON lights the panel LED’S for test purposes, leave in OFF position.
SW9
Position 2, 3, & 4, MULTITONE SELECT (TS1, TS2, & TS3) selects 1 of 8 tones used for the primary evacuation signal.
Use chart below to select the tone.
SWITCH SETTINGS FOR AVAILABLE TONE SOUNDS
TONE
SOUND
SW9-2 SW9-3 SW9-4
Horn
(Continuous)
ON ON ON
Bell (1560Hz Modulated)
ON
OFF
ON
March Time Horn (.25 Sec ON .25 Sec. OFF)
OFF
OFF
ON
Code-3 Horn (ANSI S3.41 Temporal Pattern)
ON
ON
OFF
Code-3 Tone 500Hz (ANSI S3.41 Temporal Pattern)
OFF
ON
ON
Slow Whoop (500-1200Hz Sweep)
OFF
ON
OFF
Siren (600-1200 Hz Sweep)
ON
OFF
OFF
HI/LO
(1000/800Hz)
OFF OFF OFF
Table 3.
Summary of Contents for SAFEPATH SAPE-1AB
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