Oil SDS
CONTENTS
Introduction...................................................................................................... 2
Safety Precautions........................................................................................... 2
Recombination Technology............................................................................. 3
Range Summary.............................................................................................. 3
Orientation........................................................................................................ 3
Battery Configurations..................................................................................... 3
Capacity........................................................................................................... 4
Transportation.................................................................................................. 4
State of Charge............................................................................................... 4
Storage – NexSys
®
Batteries Only.................................................................. 4
Storage – NexSys Batteries Installed in Equipment....................................... 4
Commissioning................................................................................................. 5
Operation.......................................................................................................... 5
Operating Temperature.................................................................................... 5
Discharging...................................................................................................... 5
Discharge Characteristics................................................................................ 6
Charging.......................................................................................................... 13
Opportunity Charging...................................................................................... 14
Cycle Life..........................................................................................................14
Disposal........................................................................................................... 14
INTRODUCTION
Since its introduction in the early 1990s, Thin Plate Pure Lead
(TPPL) batteries have been established as a premium high performance
battery suitable for a wide range of demanding applications. Today,
TPPL technology can be found in applications as diverse as emergency
power, avionics, medical, military and consumer equipment.
NexSys
®
batteries utilize the principles of advanced TPPL technology, to
achieve exceptionally high performance, energy density and cycling capability.
These characteristics make the NexSys battery range ideal for use in motive
power applications such as floor-care, pallet trucks, AGVs, personnel carriers
and utility vehicles.
This manual describes the NexSys battery range, physical characteristics
and the basic information on storage, operation and maintenance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Motive power batteries for small traction Valve Regulated Lead
Acid (VRLA) monoblocs NexSys series: TPPL technology.
NexSys batteries are designed using proven gas recombination technology,
which removes the need for regular water addition. The use of gas
recombination technology for lead acid batteries has completely changed the
concept for motive power. This new technology gives the user greater
freedom to use VRLA in a much wider range of applications.
The minimal level of gas emissions from this type of battery allows the battery
to be utilized in applications where previous restrictions might have been
enforced. The NexSys battery range is considered to be maintenance free,
therefore there is no need for any routine water refilling to be carried out on
the battery.
Warning: Do not use any type of oil, organic solvent, alcohol, detergent, strong acid, strong alkali or petroleum based solvent or ammonia solution to clean
the monoblocs. Such materials may cause permanent damage to the monobloc casing.
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Pay attention to the operating instructions and keep them
close to the battery.
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Work on batteries must only be carried out by skilled
personnel.
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Use protective glasses and wear safety clothing when
working on batteries.
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Adhere to the current accident prevention rules in the
country where the battery is used or EN 50272-3, EN 50110-1.
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No smoking.
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Do not expose batteries to naked flames, glowing embers or
sparks, as it may cause the battery to explode.
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Avoid sparks from cables or electrical apparatus as well as
electrostatic discharges.
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Acid splashes into the eyes or on the skin must be washed
immediately with an abundance of clean water. After abundant
flushing consult a doctor immediately.
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Clothing contaminated by acid should be washed in water.
• Risk of explosion and fire
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Avoid short circuits: do not use non-insulated tools, do not
place or drop metal objects on top of the battery. Remove
rings, wristwatches and articles of clothing with metal parts
that might come into contact with the battery terminals.
• Electrolyte is highly corrosive.
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In the normal operation of this battery, contact with acid
isn’t possible. If the cell containers are damaged, the
immobilized electrolyte (absorbed in the separator) is
corrosive like liquid electrolyte.
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Batteries and monoblocs are heavy. Ensure secure
installation! Use only suitable handling equipment.
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Lifting hooks must not damage the blocs, connectors or
cables.
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Do not place batteries in direct sunlight without protection.
• Discharged batteries can freeze. For that reason, always
store in a frost-free zone.
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Dangerous electrical voltage.
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Avoid short circuits: NexSys batteries are capable of high
short circuit currents.
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Caution - metal parts of the battery are always live: do not
place tools or other objects on the battery.
• Pay attention to the hazards that can be caused by
batteries
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