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17. Storage
If batteries are taken out of service for a lengthy period they
should be stored in the fully charged condition in a dry, frost-
free room. To ensure the battery is always ready for use a
choice of charging methods can be made:
1. a monthly equalising charge as in point 8, or
2. float charging at a charging voltage of 2.27 V x the number
of cells.
The storage time should be taken into account when
considering the life of the battery.
Aquamatic water refilling system (optional accessory)
1. Application
The water refilling system is used to automatically maintain
the nominal electrolyte levels. The charging gasses escape
through the vent on each cell.
2. Function
A valve and a float together control the topping up process
and maintain the correct water level in each dell. The valve
allows the flow of water into each cell and the float closes the
valve when the correct water level has been reached. For fault-
free operation of the water refilling system, please note the
instructions below:
2.1. Manual or automatic connection
The battery should be topped up shortly before completion
of a full charge, as at this point the battery has reached a
defined operational state resulting in satisfactory electrolyte
circulation. Filling takes place when the connector (7) from the
tank is connected to the coupling (6) on the battery.
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2.3. Working pressure
The water refilling system should be installed in such a way
that a water pressure of 0.2 to 0.6 bar is obtained (with at least
2 m height difference between the upper edge of the battery
and the lower edge of the tank). Any deviation from this
means that the system will not function properly.
2.4. Purity
The topping up water must be purified. The water used to refill
the batteries must have a conductance of not more than 30
µS/ cm. The tank and pipes must be cleaned before operating
the system.
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18. Malfunctions
If malfunctions are found on the battery or the charger our
service department should be called in without delay. The
measurements taken in point 6.3. will facilitate fault finding
and their elimination. A service contract with us will make it
easier to detect and correct faults in good time.
2.1.1. If manual connection is used the battery should only be
connected to the filling system once a week.
2.1.2 If automatic coupling is used (with a magnetic valve
controlled by the charging apparatus) the charger
main switch selects the correct moment for filling.
Note: In this case we recommend a water refilling
at least once a week to ensure the right level of the
electrolyte.
2.1.3 In multiple shift and warm ambient temperature
operations, it may be necessary to have shorter topping
up intervals.
2.2. Filling time
Filling time depends on the utilisation rate and the
corresponding battery temperature. Generally speaking, the
top up process takes a few minutes and can vary according to
the battery range; after this, if manual filling is being used, the
water supply to the battery should be turned off.
1. tank
2. outflow connector with ball valve
3. plug with magnetic valve
4. plug with ball valve
5. flow control
6. coupling
7. connector
8. battery charger
9. charger main switch
2.5. Pipe system on the battery
The pipe system to the individual battery cells must follow
the battery's electrical circuit. This reduces the risk of current
leakage in the presence of electrolytic gas causing an explosion
(EN 62485-3). A maximum of 10 cells may be connected in a
series. The system should not be modified in any way.
2.6. Working temperature
In winter, batteries
fitted with Aquamatic should only be
charged or refilled in a room temperature above 0 °C.
2.7. Flow control
A flow indicator built into the water supply pipe to the battery
monitors the filling process. During filling the water flow
causes the built-in disc in the flow indicator to turn. When all
the plugs are closed the disc stops, indicating that the filling
process is complete.
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