GE Multilin C70 Capacitor Bank Protection and Control System 10-310 MAINTENANCE 10.2 BATTERIES1010.2 BATTERIES 10.2.1 REPLACE BATTERYWhen required, the battery can be replaced. The power supply module contains the battery.To avoid injury, ensure that the unit has been powered off for a minimum of three minutesbefore replacing the battery.Risk of fire if battery is replaced with incorrect type or polarity.To replace the battery:1. Turn off the power to the unit.2. Wait a minimum of three minutes to ensure that there is no power to the battery.3. As outlined in the previous section, open the unit by sliding up the latch on the right side of the front panel and openingthe panel to the left.4. Unscrew the bracket on the front left of the unit so that you can open fully the front panel to access the power supplymodule, which is typically in the first slot on the left side.5. Simultaneously pull the ejector clips at the top and bottom of the power supply module and remove the module.6. Unscrew the screw that attaches the metal cover to the module.7. Slide the metal cover away from the clips about 1 cm (1/4 inch) and remove the cover.8. Unclip the black plastic holder that keeps the battery in place. The plastic clips into the socket at the bottom on bothsides. Use a flat-head screwdriver if you cannot unclip the plastic with your fingers.9. Observe the + and - polarity of the battery and replace it with the same polarity as marked on the battery holder.Replace the battery with the identical make and model. For example, do not use a rechargeable battery.Figure 10–3: BATTERY LOCATION ON POWER SUPPLY MODULE10. Reinstall the battery clip and the metal cover, and reinsert the power supply module into the unit.11. Power on the unit.12. Dispose of the old battery as outlined in the next section.
