Deka HRC800 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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1STATIONARY BATTERY INSTALLATIONAND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSSAFETY PRECAUTIONSAlthough all valve regulated batteries have theelectrolyte immobilized within the battery, theelectrical hazard associated with batteries still exists.Work performed on these batteries should bedone with the tools and the protective equipmentlisted below. VRLA battery installations should besupervised by personnel familiar with batteries andbattery safety precautions.WARNING: Risk of fire, explosion or burns. Do notdisassemble, heat above 65°C, or incinerate.IN REFERENCE TO THIS MANUAL:– “Battery” is defined as an individual 12-volt unit.– “Battery string” is defined as a series connected elec-trical system comprised of batteries(individual 12-volt units).Protective EquipmentAlthough VRLA batteries can vent or leak smallamounts of electrolyte, electrical safety is the principlebut not the only concern for safe handling. Per IEEE1188 recommendations, the following minimum setof equipment for safe handling of the battery andprotection of personnel shall be available:1. Safety glasses with side shields, or goggles, or faceshields as appropriate. (Consult application specificrequirements)2. Electrically insulated gloves, appropriate forthe installation.3. Protective aprons and safety shoes.4. Portable or stationary water facilities in the batteryvicinity for rinsing eyes and skin in case of contactwith acid electrolyte.5. Class C fire extinguisher.6. Acid neutralizing agent.