The specific gravity of a discharged battery reads between 1. Electrolyte of lead acid battery cell is a solution of sulfuric acid and distilled water. Pasting the lead paste onto the grid, and transforming the paste with curing and formation processes to lead dioxide active material. Refreshing the capacity of a nickelbased battery that has lost capacity over time nimh or nicd. In the case of lead acid batteries an aqueous solution of sulfuric acid. If battery case is damaged, avoid bodily contact with internal components. In other words, they contain components that react with each other to.
View and download schumacher 1562a owners manual online. This charger is designed for use with 2v, 6v or 12v lead acid batteries. This manual is applicable for the following batteries. All lead acid batteries in the course of normal operation generate gases that could be explosive. Both types are valveregulated and have significant advantages over flooded lead acid products. Disclaimer this report is made possible by the support of the american people through the united states agency for international development usaid. Battery types all types of 12v lead acid batteries wet, mf, caca, agm and gel battery. Automatic battery charger for 6 and 12volt lead acid batteries. Sealed lead acid batteries technical manual version 2.
Discharging the x2 ac plus discharging functions are for two specific purposes. Think if you have only dc voltage and charge the lead acid battery, we can do it by giving. Q011100 rev e 120806 page 4 of 45 teledyne battery products manual premium valve regulated lead acid aircraft batteries by teledyne battery products 3. Rolls battery has been manufacturing deep cycle leadacid batteries since 1935. High energy density, sealed leak proof construction, excellent performance in either float or cyclic applications and. Exide powersport conventiional flooded batteries owners manual. A guide to leadacid batteries structure and operation most lead acid batteries are constructed with the positive electrode the anode made from a lead antimony alloy with lead iv oxide pressed into it, although batteries designed for maximum life use a lead calcium alloy. Oxygen recombination to produce a truly maintenancefree battery, it is neces. A lead acid battery is an electrochemical device that contains electrolyte. If using flat washers, it is very important to ensure the battery cable lug is contacting the lead surface of the terminal, and the washer is placed on top of the lug. The heavy duty lead calcium alloy grids in bb batteries provide an extra. For optimum reliability, a boost charge prior to installation is recommended, regardless of the battery. For complete understanding of working of battery chargers, understanding of operation of lead acid batteries is desirable.
A flooded battery has a liquid electrolyte and vent caps to allow for maintenance. A lead acid motive power battery supplies direct current dc power to electric lift trucks, tractors and pallet trucks. Guide to charging sealed lead acid batteries pdf book. Ups uses a lead acid storage battery in which the electrodes are grids of lead containing lead oxides that change in composition during charging and discharging, and the electrolyte is dilute sulfuric acid. A lead acid, motive power battery is a portable energy source for supplying direct dc electrical current to. Rod van wart avo training institute, senior battery instructor and curriculum advisor. As the temperature rises, electrochemical activity in a battery increases, so the charging voltage should be reduced to prevent overcharge. Sds sheet spanish lead acid battery valve regulated.
In all cases, it is important that the battery is installed securely, free of contaminants and. Installation, commissioning and operating instructions. Easy handling no special handling precautions or shipping containers, surface or air, are required due to the leakproof. Typical lead acid battery schematic lead acid batteries are heavy and less durable than nickel ni and lithium li based systems when deep cycled or discharged using most of their capacity. The use of special sealing epoxies, tongue and groove case and cover construction, and longsealing paths for posts and connectors, assures that the valve regulated lead acid battery will offer exceptional leak resistance, and allows them to be used in any position. The more specific advice in this guide is written for open also called vented lead acid batteries that is still the most common type in these. Familiarize personnel with battery installation, charging and maintenance procedures. Battery absorbed electrolyte sds sheet 112015 rev 5 exide 12v battery charging and storage guidelines. Todays np series is the culmination of over seven decades of battery manufacturing experience.
Produced and shipped overseas as a dry battery with an acid overpack. The contents of this report are the sole responsibility of s3idf and. These batteries come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, voltages and amperehour capacities. For detailed information on construction, working and application of batteries, please refer to white papers or battery charger is a current limited dc power supply. Economical the high watthour per dollar value is made possible by the materials used in a sealed lead acid battery. Do not attempt to disassemble or modify lithium or lead acid battery packs. The following safety and common symbols may be used in this manual and on the equipment.
Scope this manual provides maintenance procedures for gill 7000 series lt valveregulated lead acid lt vrla aircraft batteries manufactured under faa parts manufacturer approval number pq1006nm. Manual rolls battery has been manufacturing deep cycle lead acid batteries since 1935. Charge during the recharge phase of the reaction, the cycle is reversed. Sds sheet french lead acid battery with valve regulation. Maintenance on a flooded battery includes checking the electrolyte levels and adding distilled water when necessary. The cells are heavy and must be lifted with appropriate. This manual contains important instructions for flooded lead acid battery systems that should be followed during the installation and maintenance of the battery system. Heed the instructions given in the operating manual provided by the manufacturer of the battery. Do not place a washer between the battery terminal and the lug, as this will create high resistance and cause excessive heating of. Flooded lead acid batteries youll find two kinds of marinerv lead acid batteries. Charging sealed lead acid sla batteries does not seem a particularly difficult process, but the hard part in charging an sla battery is maximising the battery life. Handling valve regulated lead acid batteries are supplied in a fully charged state and must be unpacked carefully to avoid short circuit between terminals of opposite polarity. Starting batteries used to start and run engines they can deliver a very. This manual provides the recommended setup, charging, equalization and preventive.
To charge a battery from ac we need a step down transformer, rectifier, filtering circuit, regulator to maintain the constant voltage then we can give that voltage to the battery to charge it. Lead acid batteries have a moderate life span and the charge retention is best among rechargeable batteries. It is designed to properly charge vrla sla agm gel lead acid batteries without having to worry about overcharging. Wear protective clothing, eye and face protection, when. Heed the instructions given in the operating manual provided by the manufacturer of the battery charger. Leadacid battery guide for standalone photovoltaic. Guide to charging sealed lead acid batteries another important factor that has to be considered when charging an sla battery is temperature. It may be used in all parts of the world with its advanced universal ac input 100 or 240 vac. Construction of sealed lead acid batteries positive plate. Flooded lead acid battery users manual by storage battery systems. Flooded, wet cell, leadacid battery maintenance schedule last updated 123197. This type of battery consists of a metal tray containing cells, connected in series.
Any fluid on or around the battery could indicate damage or improperly sealed case. Display operating instructions visibly near the battery system. These charging parameters are often controlled by specific charge algorithms that. Battery s charging recommendations for deep cycle flooded lead acid fla and sealed absorptive glass mat agm batteries are attached. Introduction the battery maximizer mobility charger is a safe, fully automatic, efficient, multistage full switching charger. Persons trained in other technical areas may also find the primers useful as a guide or as a reference source for further investigation. Experience gained has helped achieve an unmatched reputation along with specific measures to obtain the maximum performance and life from our product. The high watthour per dollar value is made possible by the materials used in a sealed leadacid battery. Despite having a very low energytoweight ratio and a low energytovolume ratio, its ability to supply high surge currents means that the cells have a relatively large powertoweight ratio. Switch mode, manual automatic, lead acid battery charger. More than a decade ago, east penn began building valve. If the battery s open circuit voltage is higher than 12.
Flush immediately with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes while lifting lids. Manual ctek battery chargers for all types of vehicles. The specific gravity of pure sulfuric acid is about 1. A low selfdischarge rate permits storage of fully charged batteries for up to a year at room temperature before charging is required. Note some terms may be used interchangeably given the circumstance. Lead acid batteries, when installed, are capable of high voltage that can cause electrical shocks to personnel. Over charging can cause electrolyte to escape as gases. Technical manual east penn expertise and american workmanship introduction valveregulated lead acid vrla technology encompasses both gelled electrolyte and absorbed glass mat agm batteries. This was an interim battery until the 6tmf was fielded. When the lead acid battery is discharging, the active materials of both the positive and negative plates are reacted with sulfuric acid to form lead. This manual does not replace concordes faaapproved instructions for continued airworthiness icacomponent maintenance manuals cmms. In the event of leak or damage please contact your retailer or rolls battery company. Note that the charging parameters recommended for each of these depend on both the battery type and charger type.
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