Installation Considerations; General - EnerSys PowerSafe Data Safe Operation & Maintenance Manual

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INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS

5.1

General

If you have any questions concerning the installation considerations, contact your EnerSys
sales/ service representative. The diagrams shown are general representations and may not
depict all models and options.
When planning the system space requirements for the EnerSys flooded stationary batteries,
consider the following:
• space
environment
•
temperature
•
• distance from operating equipment
Use Table 5.1 to ensure that all requirements for installation location are considered.
CONSIDERATION
Space It is recommended that the aisle space provided in front of all racks be a
minimum of 36 inches (915 mm). The designer must verify the
requirements for aisle space in all applicable local codes or regulations.
A minimum of 9 inches (230 mm) is desirable above the tops of the cell
posts of the top row of cells to permit access for maintenance or cell
removal.
Each cell should be accessible for the addition of water and for taking
individual cell voltage and hydrometer readings.
Environment
Clean, cool and dry. The location should be selected to keep water, oil, and
dirt away from all cells .
Temperature Ambient temperature between 72 o - 78 o F (23 o - 26 o C).
Elevated temperatures reduce operating life. Lower temperatures reduce
battery performance.
Minimize temperature variations between the cells.
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BEFORE INSTALLATION
READ THIS SECTION THOROUGHLY.
TABLE 5.1
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To avoid temperature variation between the cells, do NOT locate
the battery near HVAC ducts or exhausts, heat sources
(i.e., equipment that generates heat) or direct sunlight.
• ventilation
battery system configuration
•
floor loading
•
• floor anchoring
RECOMMENDATION
Publication No. US-FL-IOM-002 January 2007
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