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Summary of Contents for EAST PENN Deka SOLAR Flooded System/2V
- Page 1 Flooded System/2V Installation and Operation Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Precautions Connecting/Disconnecting Charger ....4 Protective Equipment ........1 Battery Operation Procedures ............1 Discharge Voltage Curve ........5 Hazardous Elements........1 Charge Current ..........5 First Aid for Acid Splash ........2 Calculating Recharge Time......5 Battery Location Specific Gravity Readings........5 Space ..............2 Placing Battery into Service ......6 Floor Preparation ..........2 Battery Maintenance... -
Page 3: Protective Equipment
Only trained and authorized personnel should install, repair or charge batteries. When used properly, a lead-acid renewable energy battery is a safe, dependable source of electrical power. However, if proper care and safety precautions aren’t exercised when handling a battery, it can be an extremely dangerous piece of equipment. -
Page 4: First Aid For Acid Splash
first aid for acid sPlasH Ventilation It is the responsibility of the installer to provide detailed meth- Eyes: Flush immediately with gently running water for at least ods or engineering design required by Federal, State and local 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention. For contact regulations to maintain safe levels of hydrogen in battery lens wearers, remove the lens before the eyes are flushed. -
Page 5: Signage
All damaged components should depth of discharge. be inspected by your East Penn agent or representative. System should be designed for shallow discharges. The result of shallower discharges is typically a larger capacity... -
Page 6: Lifting Batteries
This will ensure all parallel battery strings are being discharged & Call your East Penn representative immediately. In the changed at the same voltage and current. meantime, keep the damaged cell’s vent cap tightly in place and protect the floor from acid leakage. -
Page 7: Discharge Voltage Curve
Discharge Voltage Curve in Appendix B. C20 = C20 rate in Ah NOTE: Battery voltage can vary depending on temperature, East Penn Mfg recommends returning 120% of Ah removed age and condition of battery. to insure 100% SOC (State of Charge). -
Page 8: Placing Battery Into Service
In case of serious damage or for major repairs, efficient charging rate during all stages of the charge. contact nearest authorized East Penn representative. A freshening charge at the absorption charge rate should Before taking any specific gravity or voltmeter readings, be given to a new battery before putting it into service. -
Page 9: Performing A Test Discharge
50% of the battery’s rated capacity is being delivered, the battery should be either repaired or replaced, depending upon its age and overall condition. For more detailed information on capacity testing, contact East Penn Manufacturing Company or your local authorized East Penn Representative. -
Page 10: Troubleshooting
trouBlEsHooting symPtoms PossiBlE causEs rEmEdy Malfunctioning Charger Equipment Repair or replace charger equipment Charge Controller / Inverter voltage Adjust voltage settings per battery settings out of specification manufacturers recommendations Defective or weak cell(s) Replace problem cell(s) Battery Overheats During Charge Check for hot wires, cells, intercell High resistance connection within connections, charging cables. -
Page 11: Battery Maintenance Report
aPPEndix a Battery Maintenance Report Site Location ______________________________________ Installation Date _____________________________________ Pilot Cell # _________________________________________ Full Charge Gravity _____________________________________ Electrolyte Specific Electrolyte Specific Date Cell No. Voltage Date Cell No. Voltage Temperature Gravity Temperature Gravity... - Page 12 Battery Maintenance Report Site Location ______________________________________ Installation Date _____________________________________ Pilot Cell # _________________________________________ Full Charge Gravity _____________________________________ Electrolyte Specific Electrolyte Specific Date Cell No. Voltage Date Cell No. Voltage Temperature Gravity Temperature Gravity...
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Page 13: Appendix B Discharge Chart
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Page 14: Glossary
glossary Absorption (Regulation) Charge – The Cell (Storage) A storage (secondary) Discharged The condition of a storage charger will attempt to hold its output cell is an electrolytic cell for the genera- cell when as the result of delivering voltage constant while the battery contin- tion of electric energy in which the cell current, the plates are sulfated, the ues to absorb charge (draw charging... - Page 15 glossary Life Number of years of satisfactory float Positive Terminal The terminal from Tray Steel enclosure for motive power operation or number of charge-discharge which current flows (as ordinarily battery cells. cycles for motive power operation. conceived) through the external circuit to the negative terminal when the cell Vent An opening provided to permit the discharges.
- Page 16 UL Recognized Component All data subject to change without notice. No part of this document may East Penn Manufacturing Co., Lyon Station, PA 19536-0147 be copied or reproduced, Domestic Inquiries Call: 1-800-372-9253 Domestic & International Inquiries Call: 610-682-3263 electronically or mechanically, www.mkbattery.com •...