Appendix 3: Battery Safety Sheet - BERG BENOMIC STAR 300 Technical Handbook

Appendix 3: Battery safety sheet

Battery recommendations
The following chapter provides recommendations for efficient usage, safety and
maintenance.
Efficient use of the pipe rail wagon and the batteries
The following recommendations are aimed at facilitating the efficient use of the pipe rail
wagon and to improve the life-cycle of the batteries.
Basic principles:
 The battery goes flat sooner when running at higher speeds.
 High levels of starting and stopping also increase electrical energy consumption.
 Through using the pipe rail wagon, the remaining capacity and battery voltage
gradually reduces, while simultaneously the current consumption increases. This
results in increasing heat generation from the motor and speed regulator as the
batteries gradually loose their charge.
 Worn rollers, string around wheels, etc, and rusty chains (poor maintenance) all result
in higher energy consumption. (for maintenance instructions, see website:
http://www.berghortimotive.com/service/bsa-film)
 Allowing batteries to go completely flat also reduces the life-span.
 Charging when required and good maintenance help to increase the life-cycle of the
batteries.
 Charging when required also lowers the generation of heat in the motor and speed
regulator, as well as the battery charger.
Efficient usage:
 Try to match the speed as closely as possible with the work tempo (potentiometer).
 By following the above recommendations, the productivity of the workers will increase.
Safe use of batteries
Below are recommendations for usage and maintenance.
BEWARE!
Explosive gas is created while the batteries are being charged, therefore no fires,
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naked flames or smoking are permitted!
- Charging should only take place in well ventilated spaces!
The battery fluid levels must be checked at least once a month! The battery fluid
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must be at least 1 cm above the level of the plates
- Top up batteries with distilled water (demineralised) only - always wear gloves!
- Always top up the batteries AFTER charging and never fill higher than the level
marker in the cell opening. (see also the instruction sheet for traction batteries)
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