K-3980 Battery Load Bank
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important. Be sure to follow the instructions faithfully.
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Do not touch conducting parts of the load cables or the voltage
cables when they are connected to K-3980.
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Explosion risk when using K-3980 (all models)
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When a lead acid battery is charged or discharged i.e. when there
is a current flow through the battery it is always a risk that the
battery can explode.
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For new open (vented) batteries the risk is medium to low but in
old VRLA (sealed) batteries the risk is medium to high.
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If there is a bad connection inside the battery and there is a
current flow - the connection will burn off and there will be an arc,
which will ignite the oxyhydrogen gas in the battery.
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To minimize the risk for personnel injuries: Always place K-3980
as far away from the battery as possible - use long load cables
and do not stand close to a battery during charge or discharge.
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Too high discharge current applied on a battery can cause the
battery to explode or get over-heated. And may also over-wear the
batteries. Be sure to not set too high current.
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If the external current measurement is interrupted or giving false
values during the test, the current will rise to a higher level than
the set value before the test is shut down. If the battery is too small
for this current or in a bad condition - it may explode.
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If you see any spark from batteries, testing cables or K-3980 main
body, please switch off the unit and disconnect all cables for
further inspection.
IMPORTANT
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To use K-3980 efficiently and avoid electrical shock, fire or any
damage to the K-3980 or its accessories, please do read these
precautions carefully before using K-3980:
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Except as explained in this manual, do not attempt to service this
equipment yourself.