Energy Tech Laboratories EDP70 manual Electrical precautions, Battery precautions

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2.3Electrical precautions

Never handle a component or assembly without first confirming that no voltage is applied or present. Remove only those protective covers that are essential to perform the repairs or adjustment currently required, and replace them as soon as possible.

. Use only insulated tools.

. Place a rubber insulating mat in front of all equipment doors.

. Keep all door closed and locked at all times during normal operation.

2.4Battery precautions

Always isolate the load before connecting or disconnecting the batteries or battery cells.

Ensure that batteries are fully isolated by disconnecting the battery connectors, opening circuit breakers, or both. Remove all jewellery from hands, wrists and neck before working on batteries or battery cells.

Before leaning over batteries, remove any metal object that could fall out of pockets. Do not place tools or other conductive objects on the batteries.

2.5Battery safety equipment

When working on or handling batteries, ensure that the following items are worn:

. Eye goggles

. Rubber gloves

. Rubber apron

. Rubber boots

When batteries are being moved or worked on, ensure the following items are available in the immediate vicinity:

. An eye bath, eyewash station or equivalent

. A clean water source to wash spilled acids

. Absorbent materials to soak up spilled acids

. Disposal for contaminated materials.

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Energy Tech Laboratories EDP70 manual Electrical precautions, Battery precautions, Battery safety equipment