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Installation, commissioning and operating instructions for valve-regulated stationary lead-acid batteries
7140203153 V1.4 (09.2018)
Installation, commissioning and operating instructions for valve-regulated stationary lead-acid batteries
7140203153 V1.4 (09.2018)
3 Transportation damages
3.1 General
We take great care in packaging the batteries that we send to you so that they arrive without damage. We
strongly recommend that you inspect the delivery for possible shipping damage as soon as it arrives.
For road transportation, filled lead-acid rechargeable batteries are not treated as dangerous
goods if
– They are undamaged and sealed
– They are protected from falling, shifting and short circuit
– They are firmly secured to a pallet
– There are no dangerous traces of acids, lye, etc. on the outside of the packaging
Danger!
It is essential that loads on road vehicles are properly secured.
Attention!
Monobloc batteries/battery cells are very heavy (depending on type between ca. 10kg and max.
240kg per cell/bloc). Wear protective shoes. Use only the appropriate transportation equipment
for transport and installation.
3.2 Delivery completeness and externally visible damage
Check immediately upon delivery (while the carrier is still present) to make sure that your shipment is complete
(compare with the delivery note). In particular, check the number of battery pallets and the number of boxes
with accessories. Then inspect the goods for possible shipping damage.
Note all
– damages to the outer packaging
– visible stains or moisture that might indicate electrolyte leakage
If the delivery is incomplete or damaged as a result of shipping
– Write a short defect notice on the delivery note before signing it.
– Ask the carrier for an inspection and note the name of the inspector.
– Compose a defect report and send it to us and to the carrier within 14 days.
3.3 Defects
Observe all required safety measures to avoid electric shock.
Keep in mind that you are handling live batteries. Observe all instructions in
Chap. 2 “Safety”
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Unpack the goods as soon as possible upon delivery (the sooner, the better) and inspect them for any defects
in case commissioning should be carried out promptly.
The sealed batteries are always filled before delivery.
Check the entire scope of delivery to make sure that it matches the detailed delivery note (or
the packing list).
Failure to promptly inform the carrier of defects or incompleteness could result in the loss of
your claims.
If you have questions regarding incomplete shipments or damage to the delivered products, please
contact your local HOPPECKE representative. You can also contact us at our head office directly.
