114061H System Installation Manual
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Location
The system batteries belong inside the unit. Before you start installing the batteries, you must
install the system in its permanent location. If you have not already done this, see “Location
Guidelines” on page 6 to choose a location.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to your equipment, do not move the system after the batteries are
installed.
To make sure a location is acceptable for the system, review the requirements in Chapter 3.
Electronics Cabinet Battery Block Connections
Do not connect any battery cables at this time. In the following procedure, you should
only make connections to the electronics cabinet’s battery block. Use the battery-wiring
diagram shipped with the system as you follow these steps.
1.
Find the positive battery cable that connects to the battery block. At the bare
end of the cable, strip off 0.5” (1.3 cm) of insulation. Connect the cable to the
battery block. Tighten the connection as shown on the battery-wiring diagram.
2.
Find the negative battery cable that connects to the battery block. At the bare
end of the cable, strip off 0.5” (1.3 cm) of insulation. Connect the cable to the
battery block. Tighten the connection as shown on the battery-wiring diagram.
Insulate the other end of the cable.
3.
If your unit has only has one battery string, go on to the Arranging the Batteries
section.
Repeat step 1 and 2 for units with 2 strings (10 kW, 12.5 kW, and 16.7 kW
systems).
Arranging the Batteries
NOTE
As you arrange the batteries, you must be wearing the required safety
equipment.
Arrange the batteries in the cabinet only as shown in the battery-wiring diagram. This
arrangement is designed to maximize airflow around the batteries. The cabinets are
designed so that battery cases should never touch. Air should be free to circulate. Clean
the entire surface of all battery terminals with the wire brush before you install the
batteries to create good contact points.
Load the batteries into the system. Starting with the bottom shelf, load one shelf at a
time.
CAUTION
Never install the batteries in an airtight enclosure.
Connecting the Cables Between Batteries
When you make battery terminal connections, use the torque wrench to tighten the
battery terminal connections securely. You can find out what torque value to use by
finding the battery number on the front of the battery. Then, use Table 6.1 to find the
torque value for that battery.
