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Installing and Connecting Batteries
3.1 Important Safety Instructions | 3 |
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This chapter describes installing the UPS batteries.
The installation of batteries should be performed or supervised by personnel knowledgeable of batteries and their associated precautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away from batteries.
Observe these precautions when working on or around batteries:
·Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
·Use tools with insulated handles.
·Wear rubber gloves and boots.
·Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
·Disconnect the charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting terminals.
·Determine if the battery is inadvertently grounded. If it is, remove the source of the ground. Contact with any part of a grounded battery can result in electrical shock. The likelihood of such shock is reduced if such grounds are removed during installation and maintenance.
·When replacing batteries, use the same number and type.
·Proper disposal of batteries is required. Refer to your local codes for disposal requirements.
WARNING:
Do not dispose of battery or batteries in a fire. The battery may explode.
Do not open or mutilate the battery or batteries. Released electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes, and may be toxic.
A battery can cause electrical shock, burn from high
ATTENTION:
Une batterie peut prêsenter un risque de choc êlectrique, de brulure, ou d’incendie. Suivre les précautions qui s’imposent.
·Pour le remplacement, utiliser le même nombre et modéle des batteries.
·L’élimination des batteries est règlementée. Consulter les codes locaux à cet effet.
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