EnerSys Hawker Instrucciones De Uso página 8

Electrolyte circulation system (optional accessory)
1. Application
The electrolyte circulation system is based on the principle
of pumping air into the individual battery cells. This system
prevents electrolyte stratification and the battery charge
is optimised using a charge factor of 1.07. The electrolyte
circulation is particularly beneficial for heavy duty use, short
charge times, boost or opportunity charging and in high
ambient temperatures.
2. Function
The electrolyte circulation consists of a pipe system fitted in the
cells. An Aeromatic diaphragm pump is fitted in the charger or
separately mounted on the battery or vehicle. This diaphragm
pump sends a low rate airflow into each cell which creates
a circulating air stream inside the cell box. The air stream is
continuous or pulsed depending on the battery voltage and
pump type. The air supply is adjusted in accordance to the
number of cells in the battery.
The pipe system to the individual battery cells must follow
the existing electrical circuit. This reduces the risk of current
leakage in the presence of electrolytic gas causing an
explosion (EN 62485-3).
Disposal and back to the manufacturer!
Always dispose of the battery container and cells through your local service depot. Do not attempt to dismantle
the battery or the cells in any way. Once the product has failed and is no longer repairable store outside the
Zoned area until removed for reclaim.
Batteries with this sign must be recycled.
Batteries which are not returned for the recycling process must be disposed of as hazardous waste!
When using motive power batteries and chargers, the operator must comply with the current standards,
laws,rules, and regulations in force in the country of use!
3. Maintenance of air filter
Depending on the working conditions, the pump air filter
should be changed at least once a year. In work areas with
high levels of air-pollution, the filter should be checked and
replaced more frequently.
4. Repair and maintenance
The system must be checked for leakage. The Hawker charger
will display an error message to indicate leakage. Sometimes
in the case of leakage the characteristic charging curve is
switched over to the characteristic standard curve (without
electrolyte circulation).
In case of faulty parts, contact EnerSys service. Only EnerSys
original spare parts may be used, as these are designed for
the pump air supply and will ensure correct functioning of
the pump.
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