Nilar EC Series Instruction Manual
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INSTRUCTION MANUALDocument ID: 73-H001. Copyright © Nilar AB. All rights reserved. Page 13 (32)5. Transportation, lifting and storageThis chapter deals with the conditions that Nilarproducts require when being transported, moved, lifted,and stored.5.1 TransportationWhen transporting Nilar battery packs on longerdistances some preparations and precautions must betaken, which will be described in this part of thechapter.5.1.1 Packaging and outside conditionsNilar battery packs are delivered well protected in theiroriginal packaging. Nevertheless transport damages canoccur. Therefore always check for any visible damageand signs of electrolyte leakage (especially at therupture disc outlet).If a transport damage is discovered:• Document the damage• Report the damage to the responsible logisticcompany• Contact your local Nilar representativeIf undamaged, we advise to keep the original packagingfor further and future transportation. If this is notpossible it is recommended to pack Nilar productssimilarly as delivered and received.Transport conditions range between the temperatures−30°C and +60°C and a relative humidity up to 90%(without condensation).Note! The relation between temperature and the recommendedmaximum storage time as described in section 5.3 is also applicable forlonger transportation durations.5.1.2 Transportation of Battery packsNilar battery packs do not require UN approvedpackaging and marking when transported by sea, road,rail and air.No dangerous goods documentation is required whentransporting Nilar battery packs by road or rail.A dangerous goods declaration is required if batterypacks are transported by sea in quantities of over 100kg in one transport unit. Nilar battery packs are thendefined as dangerous goods, class 9. UN number andProper Shipping Name (PSN) are UN 3496 and Batteries,Nickel-Metal Hydride, respectively.An Air Waybill or similar is required if battery packs aretransported by air. Nilar battery packs are not classifiedas dangerous goods and belong to the entry Batteries,dry in the list of dangerous goods in IATA (no UNnumber). If an Air Waybill is used, the words ‘NotRestricted’ and the Special Provision number (A123)must be included in the description of the substance onthe Air Waybill, according to IATA-DGR.The battery packs must be separated from each otherto prevent short-circuits and be securely packed toprevent movement that could lead to short-circuits,Nilars original packaging ensures that this cannot occur.Please observe that special regulations apply fordefective or damaged battery packs that have thepotential of leading to a hazardous event duringtransportation. Please contact your local Nilarrepresentative for advice regarding transport ofdamaged or defective battery packs.Please make sure that the batterypacks are positioned in the correctway during transportation andstorage (see section 6.3 Orientation)CAUTION! |
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