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Victory Class Batteries
WP-93936
Product Manual
Select Code 157-629-705
Comcode 108674615
Issue 1
May 2000
© 2000 Lucent Technologies

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  • Page 1 Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Product Manual Select Code 157-629-705 Comcode 108674615 Issue 1 May 2000 © 2000 Lucent Technologies...
  • Page 3 Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Notice: Every effort was made to ensure that the information in this document was complete and accurate at the time of printing. However, information is subject to change. © 2000 Lucent Technologies All Rights Reserved Printed in U.S.A.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Table of Contents 1 Introduction Product Summary 1 - 1 Customer Assistance Contacts 1 - 1 Customer Training 1 - 1 Customer Service 1 - 1 Technical Support 1 - 2 Product Repair and Return...
  • Page 6 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Handling 4 - 9 Battery Disposal 4 - 10 5 Battery Storage State of New Battery 5 - 1 Storage Time 5 - 1 Storing Charged and Wet Batteries 5 - 2 Shelf Life Limitations, Wet and Charged Cells...
  • Page 7 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Flame Arrestors and Dust Covers 6 - 23 Making the Connections 6 - 24 Checking Connection Integrity 6 - 25 Connecting Battery to Charger 6 - 26 Charging Battery 6 - 27 Initial Charge...
  • Page 8 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 9 Troubleshooting Introduction 9 - 1 Batteries on Open Circuit 9 - 1 Hydration 9 - 2 Cell Reversal 9 - 3 Measurement of Internal Cell Impedance and Conductance 9 - 3 Plate Polarization Measurements...
  • Page 9 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 List of Figures Figure 2-1: WP-93936 Victory Class Battery (Cutaway View) 2 - 1 Figure 2-2: WP-93936 Victory Class Battery (Dimensions) 2 - 2 Figure 2-3: Battery Rack Dimensions 2 - 5 Figure 6-1: 2-Tier Rack Configuration 6 - 4 Figure 6-2: Standard vs.
  • Page 11 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 List of Tables Table 2-A: Victory Class Battery Specifications 2 - 3 Table 2-B: Battery Rack Dimensions (24V) 2 - 6 Table 2-C: Battery Rack Dimensions (48V) 2 - 7 Table 3-A: Ordering Information...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Introduction Product This product manual (Select Code 157-629-705) provides information on Lucent Technologies’ Victory Class Batteries. A Victory Class Summary Battery is a rectangular, stationary, lead-acid, flooded, 2-volt cell. Lucent Technologies power products have proved their reliability by serving the telephone industry for decades.

  • Page 14: Technical Support

    For domestic warranty service, contact your Warranty Service Manager (WSM). For international warranty service, contact your sales representative. On-Line Power For Lucent Technologies users logging in from inside the corporate Systems Product firewall, the address of the “Power Systems On-Line Product Manuals” Manuals page is http://www.cic.lucent.com/lineage.html.

  • Page 15: Product Description

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Product Description Battery Components Figure 2-1 shows a cutaway view of the Victory Class Battery. Safety Vent Terminal Post Negative Plate Positive Plate Separator Support Bridge Figure 2-1: WP-93936 Victory Class Battery (Cutaway View)

  • Page 16: Dimensions

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Battery, continued Dimensions Figure 2-2 provides dimensions of the Victory Class Battery. 14.42 Cover 14.12 Jar 3.46 7.50 5.46 10.91 Cover 10.62 Jar Plate Direction 23.13 23.60 20.19 13.96 Figure 2-2: WP-93936 Victory Class Battery (Dimensions)

  • Page 17: Specifications

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Battery, continued Specifications The Lucent Technologies Victory Class Battery is available in one size, which is ordered as WP-93936 List 1. Specifications for the List 1 Victory Class Battery are provided in Table 2-A.

  • Page 18: Features

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Battery, continued Features • Lead-calcium grids • Water impermeable PVC jar and cover with oxygen index of 33% • Solid copper posts with lead-tin coating • Leak-preventing post seal incorporates epoxy sleeve rubber boot and proprietary lead-calcium-tin alloy •...

  • Page 19: Battery Racks

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Battery Racks Metal racks for mounting the Victory Class Batteries are available in two-tier single row and two-tier two-row configurations. These stands have been designed and tested to meet various seismic zones and requirements (i.e., Bellcore GR63-CORE, Uniform Building Code, and PacBell).

  • Page 20: 24V Systems

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Battery Racks, continued 24V Systems Table 2-B: Battery Rack Dimensions (24V) L x W x Maximum Installed Height (Inches) UBC Zone 0 Config. # Cells UBC Zones 1-2B UBC Zones 3-4 Standard Rack 2T/1R 72 x 24.06 x 69.95...

  • Page 21: Table 2-C: Battery Rack Dimensions (48V)

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Battery Racks, continued 48V Systems Table 2-C: Battery Rack Dimensions (48V) L x W x Maximum Installed Height (Inches) UBC Zone 0 Config. # Cells UBC Zones 1-2B UBC Zones 3-4 Standard Rack 2T/2R 72 x 48.12 x 69.95...

  • Page 23: Ordering Information

    **The racks listed above are for cells placed side-to-side (perpendicular to rack) with plate-ends visible. Seismic Zone designations are per Uniform Building Code (UBC). For details on the above racks, or for other rack configurations, contact your Lucent Technologies account manager. ***Accessory kit includes installation drawing, inter-cell and inter-tier connectors, terminal plate assembly, safety labels, connecting hardware, hydrometer, thermometer, vent assemblies, no-ox grease, lifting strap and spreader, terminal cleaning brush, cell identification numbers, miscellaneous hardware, and instruction manual.

  • Page 25: Safety

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Safety Introduction Read and understand this section thoroughly before moving, unpacking, installing, or maintaining Victory Class Batteries. Fully brief anyone with access to battery areas, or who are working near or with batteries, on the hazards associated with lead-acid batteries.

  • Page 26: Safety Symbols

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Safety Symbols DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE... FLUSH EYES SHIELD SHIELD IMMEDIATELY RISK OF SHOCK. EYES. EYES. WITH SULFURIC DO NOT TOUCH WATER. ACID UNINSULATED EXPLOSIVE SPARKS CAN CAUSE TERMINALS OR GASES GASES CAN CAUSE MEDICAL...

  • Page 27: Poison

    Never tip a cell more than 25 degrees or electrolyte may spill through the vent. The following items can be ordered from Lucent Technologies. These items should be available to anyone working around batteries. Local, state, or federal codes for certain installations require some or all of these items to be installed and/or kept at the installation site.

  • Page 28: Electrical Hazard

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Electrical WARNING Hazard ELECTRICAL HAZARD In addition to proper job training and safety procedures, the following are some basic precautions that should always be followed when working with or around batteries (including equipment connected to batteries): •...

  • Page 29: Shock Hazard

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Electrical • Electricity produces magnetic fields that can affect implanted electronic devices. The strength of the magnetic field depends on the Hazard, amount of current in the circuit, as well as other conditions (such as: continued number of conductors, placement, and distance from the conductor).

  • Page 30: Battery Gases

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Battery Gases DANGER RISK OF EXPLOSION • Battery gases can be highly explosive. DO NOT ALLOW sparks, including sparks generated by electrostatic discharge (ESD), or open flame, near battery modules. • Do not smoke around batteries.
  • Page 31 – Disconnect at the load or charger first before disconnecting at the battery terminals. Lucent Technologies recommends not making connections to the battery terminals while the circuit is attached to a power source or load. However, Lucent is aware that some applications may require personnel to perform this function to avoid interruption of service.

  • Page 32: Vent Funnel And Orange Shipping Plug

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Vent Funnel DANGER and Orange RISK OF EXPLOSION Shipping Plug The vent funnel and orange shipping plug must be used properly to reduce the risk of explosion. Improper use could increase the risk of explosion due to concentrations of hydrogen gas around the vents, or excessive internal pressure.

  • Page 33: Warning Signs

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Warning Signs To direct attention to the possible sources of danger, post one or more warning signs, lettered in large characters, in a conspicuous location near the batteries. The warning signs are not meant to be a replacement for proper job procedures and training.

  • Page 34: Battery Disposal

    There are government regulations controlling the safe disposal of lead-acid batteries. Contact your local Lucent Technologies agent for assistance in disposal of your battery. Old/used batteries should be considered as Hazardous Waste and transported according to respective DOT, EPA, OSHA, and other governing regulations or guidelines for Hazardous Waste.

  • Page 35: Battery Storage

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Battery Storage State of New The Victory Class Battery is shipped charged and wet. The open circuit voltage for a Victory Class Battery is approximately 2.06V/cell. Battery Storage Time Charged and wet batteries should be placed in service before the date stamped on the shipping carton when stored at 77°F (25°C).

  • Page 36: Storing Charged And Wet Batteries

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Storage Time, If you prefer to check specific gravity, a drop of 25 points (0.025) below the nominal value requires that the battery be given a boost charge. continued The boost charge is conducted at equalize voltage (or in cases when...

  • Page 37: Shelf Life Limitations, Wet And Charged Cells

    6 months between charges). Store cells at 77°F (25°C) or at a lower temperature, but not near freezing. If this is not possible, you must contact Lucent Technologies Technical Support for assistance and spe- cial instructions. For example, if cells are stored at 92°F (33.3°C) stor- age time will be reduced by 50 percent.

  • Page 39: Installation

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Installation Introduction This section provides guidelines and procedures for installing the Victory Class cells and battery racks. Please read the safety statements and precautions in Section 4 before unpacking and installing the batteries. Tools and...

  • Page 40: Terminal Plates, Cables, And Lugs

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Terminal Plates, Lucent Technologies offers a variety of cables, terminal lugs, and special terminal plates as optional equipment for specific battery Cables, and installations. Lugs Before beginning installation, check the accessories cartons to determine if the parts ordered have been received. Also check for additional instructions which may be specific to your application.

  • Page 41: Rack Installation Guidelines

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Rack Installation Guidelines Introduction Note: Rack installation instructions and basic assembly information are included in this manual, and should be consulted for detailed instructions specific to the rack to be installed and its assembly.

  • Page 42: Standard And Seismic Racks

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Rack Installation Guidelines, continued Standard and Racks are available in a 2-tier configuration, as shown in Figure 6-1. Seismic Racks Rack components are supplied loose and must be assembled and secured on-site in accordance with these assembly instructions, the drawings included with the rack shipment, and applicable codes.

  • Page 43: Rack Location

    It is the responsibility of the customer to secure racks in accordance with allowable floor loading, applicable codes, and regulations. Note: Anchor bolts are not provided by Lucent Technologies but are the responsibility of the installer. Installation must be in accordance with Building Code Requirements.

  • Page 44: Back To Back Orientation

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Rack Installation Guidelines, continued Back to Back Where two rows of racks are required, two rack assemblies may be Orientation installed in parallel back to back. Locate back to back frames relative to each other as shown, so that the rear cross brace attachment holes align for the two adjoining frames.

  • Page 45: Cleaning Racks

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Rack Installation Guidelines, continued Cleaning Racks Clean the rack(s) and the area surrounding the installation to remove abrasive materials and residual building materials before installing cells. This will not only reduce the chance of damaging cell containers but will ease installation and simplify final cleaning of the assembled battery.

  • Page 46: Cell Installation Guidelines

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Cell Installation Guidelines Introduction These instructions apply to lead-acid batteries configured as single cells or multi-cell units. The term “cells” can apply to both configurations. Safety Caution Before handling a battery, discharge static electricity by touching a...

  • Page 47: Unpacking And Handling

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Cell Installation Guidelines, continued Unpacking and Large single cells and multi-cell monoblocs are packed in individual Handling cartons strapped to a wooden pallet. Remove the straps and carefully lift off cartons for access to lifting slots in the bottom support piece.

  • Page 48: Arrangement

    Lucent Technologies. However, a customized and detailed installation drawing may be obtained from Lucent Technologies at an additional charge when placing an original order. Plan the battery arrangement starting with the positive terminal of the battery to the negative terminal.
  • Page 49 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Cell Installation Guidelines, continued Arrangement, Arrange cells so the positive post (terminal) of one cell can be continued connected to the negative post (terminal) of the next cell. Cell post polarity is marked with symbols molded in the cover. A plus sign (+) and red terminal cover denote the positive post and a minus sign (-) and black terminal cover denote the negative post.
  • Page 50 Do not use any other solvents. Warning Do not use wire pulling compounds, oils, grease, or any other material not specifically authorized by Lucent Technologies in writing, as these may contain additives that could damage the plastic containers.

  • Page 51: Measuring Specific Gravity Of A Cell Using A Hydrometer

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Cell Installation Guidelines, continued Measuring Specific A hydrometer float inserted in a glass-barreled, rubber bulb syringe is Gravity of a Cell used to measure the specific gravity of electrolyte. The float is Using a Hydrometer graduated in points of specific gravity, wherein 0.001 equals one point...

  • Page 52: Installing Standard And Seismic Racks

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Installing Standard and Seismic Racks Introduction These instructions detail the proper procedure for installing Standard and Seismic battery racks. The following procedure describe how to locate, assemble, and load open-frame battery racks for battery mounting applications.

  • Page 53: Initial Assembly

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Installing Standard and Seismic Racks, continued Initial Assembly 3. Place frames over installed floor mounting hardware, finger tight (hardware not supplied). All frames must face the same direction. 4. Install back cross braces, finger tight. See Figure 6-6.

  • Page 54: Installing Support Rail(S)

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Installing Standard and Seismic Racks, continued Installing Support 5. Place support rail(s) in location using supplied 3/8" bolt, washer, Rail(s) and serrated strut nut; finger tighten. See Figure 6-7. 6. Align support rails with “A” dimension from rack assembly drawing.

  • Page 55: Leveling And Securing Rack Assembly

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Installing Standard and Seismic Racks, continued Seismic Rack 10. Install all back restraint rail(s) and cover(s). See Figure 6-8. Assembly 11. Position front restraint rail and cover temporarily next to front support rail prior to installing cells.

  • Page 56: Installing Cells

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Installing Cells Cells may now be loaded onto the rack(s). Always lift cells by the bottom only. 1. If not instructed otherwise, install cells starting at the center of the bottom row and work out to each end, leaving a half-inch space between cells.

  • Page 57: Installing Front Restraint Rail (Seismic Only)

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Installing Front Restraint Rail (Seismic Only) Front Restraint Rail 6. With the batteries in place, slide the front side support rail and (Seismic Only) cover up from its resting location to its mounting location, aligning with rear side restraint rail.

  • Page 58: Final Assembly

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Final Assembly Corner Brackets, 7. Install corner brackets, end restraint rails, and covers. Position End Restraint Rails, end restraint rails against end battery unit. Note that the corner and Covers bracket may be reversed by 180°, if required. Install all front cross braces if indicated by rack assembly drawing.

  • Page 59: Numbering Cells, Labels, And Warnings For Battery

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Numbering Lucent Technologies provides many labels and warnings to help you maintain your battery and to apprise you of certain hazards. Cells, Labels, and Warnings 1. Attach maintenance and operating labels to cells so they may be for Battery read by anyone working on or in the vicinity of the battery.

  • Page 60: Preparing Electrical Contacting Surfaces

    Any tarnish or discoloration should be removed with the cotton cloth that is provided. Do not remove lead plating. To maintain electrical contact integrity, Lucent Technologies supplies NO-OX-ID grease (in the accessories package) as a corrosion resistant coating for all bolted electrical contacting surfaces.

  • Page 61: Flame Arrestors And Dust Covers

    NO-OX-ID, finish the completely assembled battery with a hot air gun or blower. Wipe any excess NO-OX-ID from the cover(s). Flame All Lucent Technologies standby cells use flame arrestors. Cells are shipped with orange colored vent plugs which must be removed and Arrestors and discarded before installing the flame arrestors.

  • Page 62: Making The Connections

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Making the Connections Introduction Cells are supplied with different post configurations suited to their current-handling requirements. The 5/16-18 stainless steel bolt assemblies are used with copper posts. The copper posts have two holes in both axes of the post.

  • Page 63: Checking Connection Integrity

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Checking Connection Integrity Introduction Initial cleaning, surface preparation, and torquing establishes the lowest possible resistance between posts, connectors, and lugs, all of which may have somewhat irregular surface finishes. Maintain clean, tight connections. Periodically check torque values or connection resistance.

  • Page 64: Connecting Battery To Charger

    Retain the readings in your files for future reference. If you have equipment to measure cell impedance, conductance, or resistance, include the readings in your records. Send Lucent Technologies a copy of the readings, clearly identifying your location, application, test equipment identification, and name of the person who took the readings.

  • Page 65: Charging Battery

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Charging Battery Caution POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE GASES Flooded lead-acid cells release hydrogen gas during charge, which is potentially explosive. Flame arrestors reduce the likelihood of ignition within a cell; however, caution must still be exercised not to bring an open flame or sparks near the battery.

  • Page 66: Procedure

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Charging Battery, continued Procedure 1. Provide an initial/boost charge to the battery at the recommended voltage shown in Table 6-B. Table 6-B: Initial Charge Voltage and Duration of Charge Nominal Specific Gravity Volts Per Cell Time in Hours** at +0.010 / -0.005...

  • Page 67: Cleaning Cells

    Adding acid is a procedure that should be done only after consultation with Lucent Technologies or should be performed by a Lucent Technologies agent.

  • Page 69: Operation

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Operation Float Service In ideal float service a battery is always maintained in a fully charged condition. However, in the event of a power failure or system test in which the power supply is shut down, the battery must support the load, resulting in a battery discharge.

  • Page 70: Equalize Charge

    Cell voltages within 0.050 volts of the average are acceptable. If the low voltage cell does not respond to equalizing charging, or for answers to specific questions, consult Lucent Technologies Technical Support. Environmental Recommended temperature range for standby battery operation is 60°F...

  • Page 71: Effect Of Temperature

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Effect of Electrolyte above 77°F (25°C) will result in a lower observed specific gravity reading approximately equal to a loss of 1 point (0.001) for each Temperature 3°F (1.67°C). In contrast, electrolyte below 77°F (25°C) will read approximately 1 point (0.001) higher for each 3°F (1.67°C).

  • Page 72: Figure 7-1: Battery Capacity Vs. Operating Temperature

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Effect of Temperature, continued At lower than normal operating temperatures, battery power capacity will be reduced, but battery life will be extended. Determine the percent of rated capacity for the battery at 77°F (25°C)

  • Page 73: Recharge And Electrolyte Stratification

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Recharge and When the battery is discharged the specific gravity of its electrolyte is reduced. This is a result of the utilization of sulfate ions in the chemical Electrolyte reaction with the active materials in the positive and negative plates.

  • Page 74: Performance Characteristics

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Performance Battery performance is rated at 77°F (25°C). Operation at a higher temperature increases capacity, but reduces life approximately 50 Characteristics percent for every 15°F (9°C) rise. Operation at lower temperatures reduces available capacity but extends life.

  • Page 75: Gassing Rate

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Gassing Rate All lead-acid batteries generate hydrogen and oxygen gas at the negative and positive plates respectively. The generation of these gases occurs during all conditions of use, including charge, discharge and while on open circuit during storage. The rate of gas generation on discharge and open circuit is generally very small but cannot be completely ignored.

  • Page 77: Maintenance

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Maintenance Overview Proper maintenance will prolong the life of a battery and will aid in ensuring it is capable of satisfying its design requirements. A good battery maintenance program will serve as a valuable aid in determining the need for battery replacement.

  • Page 78: Recommended Procedures And Intervals

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Recommended Procedures and Intervals Reference Tables Table 8-A: Semi-Annual Maintenance Procedures Procedure Check and record individual cells for crystals. Check and record reference cell temperature. Check electrolyte levels. Check string voltage Table 8-B: Annual Maintenance Procedures Procedure Check individual cell float voltages.

  • Page 79: Check And Record Individual Cells For Crystals

    If allowed to remain in a partially recharged condition for an extended period of time, sulfated batteries may suffer irreversible damage, possibly requiring replacement. For additional information on recovery of sulfated batteries, contact your Lucent Technologies agent or Technical Support. Caution...

  • Page 80: If Crystals Appear On All Cells In A String

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Check and Record Individual Cells for Crystals, continued If Crystals Appear If lead-sulfate crystals appear on all cells in a string, check the on All Cells in a following as possible causes for the abnormal condition: String •...

  • Page 81: If Crystals Appear On One Or A Few Cells

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Check and Record Individual Cells for Crystals, continued If Crystals Appear If lead-sulfate crystals appear on one or a few cells in a string, the on One or a Few following actions should be taken:...

  • Page 82: Guidelines

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Check and Perform this procedure semi-annually. Record Reference Cell Temperature Guidelines The Victory Class Batteries, like all lead-acid cells, are affected by the temperature of its electrolyte. Observe the following precautions when working with the Victory Class Batteries:...
  • Page 83 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Check Perform this procedure semi-annually. Electrolyte Levels Guidelines Apart from losses due to evaporation and oxygen diffusion, the quantity of water consumed by a battery is proportional to the amount of overcharge it receives.

  • Page 84: Check Individual Cell Float Voltage

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Check Perform this procedure annually. Individual Cell Float Voltage Guidelines It is extremely important to maintain the battery at the proper float voltage. Determining Float Determine the float voltage as follows: Voltage Battery float voltage = 2.17-2.20 x number of cells for low specific gravity (1.215)
  • Page 85 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Cleaning Cell Perform this procedure annually. Jars and Covers Never use solvents, detergents, glass cleaners, special battery cleaning materials, oils, waxes or polishes on the plastic containers or covers, since these materials may attack the plastic and cause it to craze or crack.

  • Page 86: Flame Arrestors, Contamination

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Cleaning Perform this procedure annually. Battery Stands, Cabinets, and Cleaning Battery Stands, Cabinets, and Miscellaneous Equipment Miscellaneous Step Action Equipment Wipe battery stands, cabinets, etc., at regular intervals with a cloth dampened in clean water.

  • Page 87: Safety

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Check Battery Perform this procedure annually. Connections Safety • Do not loosen or remove a battery connection while cells are gassing, charging, or discharging. Disconnect string from the load and charger. • Connect to the battery terminals first before connecting to the load or charging system.

  • Page 88: Connection Voltage Drop

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Check Battery Connections, continued Connection Voltage The importance of the integrity of its inter-cell, inter-aisle, and Drop inter-row connections has been stated. Loose, dirty, or oxidized connections have higher than normal resistance and increased voltage drop resulting in less reserve time.
  • Page 89 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Check Battery Connections, continued Measuring To measure connection resistance with a digital, low resistance Connection ohmmeter, proceed as follows: Resistance, continued Step Action Be sure all connections are clean and torqued to the values specified in Table 6-A for re-torque.
  • Page 90 • A fully charged battery and balanced cell potentials and specific gravities. In some cases, this may require an equalize charge or, in cases of sulfation, other action. Call Lucent Technologies Technical Support. • Battery must remain at float voltage for at least 72 hours prior to test.

  • Page 91: Battery Replacement

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Battery Replacement Replacing a Cell in • Only qualified, trained personnel that have read and understand the a String Connected hazards described in the Safety section of this manual should to Load/Charger perform this work. Appropriate protective equipment must be used.

  • Page 92: Replacing A Cell In A String Connected To Load/Charger

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Battery Replacement, continued Replacing a Cell in Connect the new cell in parallel with the defective (old) cell using two a String Connected pairs of suitable length cables (see Figure 8-1). to Load/Charger, DANGER...

  • Page 93: Troubleshooting

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Troubleshooting Introduction When properly maintained and charged, lead-acid storage batteries should provide many years of trouble-free service. However, despite their inherent dependability, failure to operate or maintain them correctly may lead to damage, shortened life, and possible loss of service.

  • Page 94: Hydration

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Hydration When a battery has been over-discharged, well beyond its design limits, and left in a discharged state without timely recharge it is subject to irreversible damage known as “hydration.” This is a phenomenon in...

  • Page 95: Cell Reversal

    3.0 volts or 110 degrees Fahrenheit. If the cell(s) do not respond to this special charging it may be advisable to charge the cell individually. A single cell charger is required for this procedure. Contact your Lucent Technologies agent for additional assistance. Measurement A technique that has gained popularity, particularly in “valve-regulated, lead-acid”...

  • Page 96: Plate Polarization Measurements

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Plate The life of a lead-acid battery is optimum when it is properly floated at the minimum recommended string float voltage, operated in a Polarization temperature controlled environment, and is rarely cycled. Application Measurements requirements can make the ideal operating parameters impossible or compromised.

  • Page 97: Discharge And Power Data

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Discharge and Power Data Introduction This section provides discharge capacity information for the Victory Class Batteries. Note All Victory Class Batteries are capacity tested before shipment and after 6 days float. The data provided in these tables represent the guaranteed minimum value at the time of shipment and are the minimum values for the lifetime of the cells.

  • Page 98: Table 10-A: Battery Discharge Amperes Per Cell Model Wp-93936 List

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Table 10-A: Battery Discharge Amperes Per Cell Model WP-93936 List 1 Discharge Rate at End of Discharge Volts Per Cell 77°F (28°C) 1.75V 1.80V 1.84V 1.86V 1.88V 1.90V (Hours)* 1008 10.0 12.0 24.0 Note: The values in this table include inter-cell connector loss. This loss is based on the use of four lead plated copper straps between each cell: Ω...

  • Page 99: Table 10-B: Battery Discharge Watts Per Cell Model Wp-93936 List

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Table 10-B: Battery Discharge Watts Per Cell Model WP-93936 List 1 Discharge Rate at End of Discharge Volts Per Cell 77°F (28°C) 1.75V 1.80V 1.84V 1.86V 1.88V 1.90V (Hours)* 1.815 1.555 1.311 1.186 1.067 0.934...

  • Page 101: Installation And Maintenance Records

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Installation and Maintenance Records Battery Records Battery records are extremely useful for evaluating the installation, operation, and maintenance of the battery over its service life. This point has been made throughout the manual. Forms are included in this section to assist you in maintaining a record of service.
  • Page 102 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 11 - 2 Installation and Maintenance Records Issue 1 May 2000...
  • Page 103 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Issue 1 May 2000 Installation and Maintenance Records 11 - 3...
  • Page 104 Battery Maintenance Record For Year Office ID City and State Supervisor's Name Phone Type of Power Plant Total Rectifier Capacity (Amps) Battery type = WP-93936 List 1 Typical Plant Load (Amps) Monthly: Check and Record Battery Float Voltage Month JULY Volts Tech Init.

  • Page 105: Battery Maintenance Record

    Battery Maintenance Record (Use Additional Sheets if Required) Date: Recorded by: Annually: Check and Record Individual Cell Float Voltages; Check Battery Cycle Monitor (if applicable); Inspect Battery Jars and Stands; Inspect Safety Vent Funnel String A String B String C String D String E String F...

  • Page 107: Material Safety Data Sheet

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Material Safety Data Sheet This section contains the Material Safety Data Sheet for the Victory Class Batteries. Issue 1 May 2000 Material Safety Data Sheet 12 - 1...
  • Page 108 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 12 - 2 Material Safety Data Sheet Issue 1 May 2000...
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  • Page 113: Product Warranty

    Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Product Warranty Victory Class Battery Warranty: A. Seller warrants to Customer that: 1. As of the date title to product sold (Product) passes, Seller will have the right to sell, transfer, and assign such Product, and the title conveyed by Seller shall be good;...
  • Page 114 PR = Current Replacement Billing Price WR = Warranted Months of Life as determined in Paragraph B. Credit will be applied to a replacement of Lucent Technologies product. D. If Seller has elected to repair or replace a defective Product the cost of removal and the reinstallation shall be borne by Customer.
  • Page 115 Lucent Technologies Victory Class Batteries WP-93936 Seller only in accordance with its instructions for such returns. The transportation expense and risk of loss associated with returning such Product to Seller shall be borne by Customer. Seller shall bear the cost of transportation and risk of loss of the repaired or replacing Product to the destination originally designated by Customer at time of purchase.

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