HOMEGRID Stack'd Series Installation Manual

HomeGrid Stack'd Series Installation Guide
1. Safety Precautions
It is very important to read the user manual carefully before installing or using battery. Failure to
do so or to follow any of the instructions or warnings in this document can result in electrical
shock, serious injury, or death. Installing the battery incorrectly can permanently damage battery
or rendering it inoperable.
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Work on a Li-ion Battery should be carried out by qualified personnel only.
1.1. General warnings
While working on the Li-ion Battery wear protective eyeglasses and clothing.
Any internal lithium ion cell material such as electrolyte or powder on the skin or in the
eyes must be flushed with plenty of clean water immediately. Then seek medical
assistance. Any material spilled on clothing should be rinsed out with water.
Explosion and fire hazard. Terminals of the Li-ion Battery are always alive; therefore, do not
place items or tools on the Li-ion Battery. Avoid short circuits, over discharges and high
charge currents. Use insulated tools. Do not wear any metallic items such as watches,
bracelets, etc. In case of fire; you must use a type D, foam or CO2 fire extinguisher.
Do not open or dismantle the battery. Electrolyte is very corrosive. In normal
working conditions you will not have any contact with the electrolyte. If the battery
casing is damaged do not touch the exposed electrolyte or powder because it is
corrosive.
Li-ion batteries are heavy. If involved in an traffic accident they can become a
projectile! Ensure adequate and secure mounting and always use suitable handling
equipment for transportation.
Handle with care because this lithium ion battery is sensitive to mechanical forces shock.
Do not expose bare cables outs, all the battery terminals must be disconnected for
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