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SimpliPhi Power, Inc. | 3100 Camino Del Sol | Oxnard, CA 93030, USA | (805) 640-6700 |
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4.0
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Installation
4.1
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Installation Options
The PHI 3.8 and PHI 2.9 Batteries can be mounted in practically any orientation (terminals up or on any side), with
no impact to the performance of the PHI Battery. Do
not
install them upside down, with the terminals facing the
floor.
4.2
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Environmental Considerations
4.2.1
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Charging at Temperatures Below Freezing
It is important to take necessary steps to determine the temperature of the PHI Battery prior to charging
the battery, as the battery may otherwise be adversely impacted.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to charge the PHI Battery below 32° F (0° C). Attempts to charge at
subfreezing temperatures can adversely affect SOH and cycle life and will Void the Warranty. If
the PHI Battery must be charged below 32° F (0° C), the rate of charge must be at no more than
5% of the PHI Battery’s rated capacity (C/2
0).
4.2.2
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Explosive Gas Precautions
PHI Batteries are not ignition protected. To prevent fire or explosion, do not install this product in locations
that require ignition-protected equipment. This includes any confined space containing vented batteries, or
flammable chemicals such as, natural gas (NG), liquid petroleum gas (LPG) or gasoline (Benzine/Petrol).
Do not install in a confined space with machinery powered by flammable chemicals, or storage tanks,
fittings, or other connections between components of fuel or flammable chemical systems.
PHI Batteries do not vent any harmful gasses and do not require special ventilation or cooling.
4.2.3
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Anti-Corrosion Protection
Anticorrosive compounds or epoxies are occasionally used in harsh or marine climate installations. Please
consult your electrician or qualified installer to determine if this is advisable, and if so, what solution best
suits your application.
CAUTION: Do not combine PHI Batteries with other brands or chemistries. Do not mix PHI
Batteries from different installations, clients or job sites. Either of these combinations will Void
the Warranty.
4.3
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Mounting Hardware
PHI Battery mounting brackets (sold separately) are designed to secure one PHI 3.8 or PHI 2.9 Battery to a load
bearing surface. The brackets can be mounted directly to a wall or can be arranged on strut channels for ease of
positioning (mounting hardware not included). Mounting brackets should be mounted into load bearing beams, studs
or solid materials with appropriate fasteners. A qualified installer should be familiar with accomplishing this with the
