STUDER Innotec | Xtender |
Never try to charge frozen batteries.
When working with the batteries, a second person must be present in order to lend assistance in the event of problems.
Sufficient fresh water and soap must be kept to hand to allow adequate and immediate washing of the skin or eyes affected by accidental contact with the acid.
In the event of accidental contact of the eyes with acid, they must be washed carefully with cold water for 15 minutes. Then immediately consult a doctor.
Battery acid can be neutralised with baking soda. A sufficient quantity of baking soda must be available for this purpose.
Particular care is required when working close to the batteries with metal tools. Tools such as screwdrivers,
When working with the batteries, all metal jewellery such as rings, bracelet watches, earrings, etc., must be taken off. The current output by the batteries during a
In all cases, the instructions of the battery manufacturer must be followed carefully.
3 Assembly and installation
3.1 Handling and moving
The weight of the Xtender is between 35 and 50kg depending upon the model. Use an appropriate lifting method as well as help from a third party when installing the equipment.
3.2 Storage
The equipment must be stored in a dry environment at an ambient temperature of between
3.3 Unpacking
When unpacking, check that the equipment has not been damaged during transportation and that all accessories listed below are present. Any fault must be indicated immediately to the product distributor or the contact given at the back of this manual.
Check the packaging and the Xtender carefully. Standard accessories:
Installation and operating instructions, c.f. Appendix 1 Mounting plate – fig. 2a (18)
2 conduit glands for the battery cable
3.4 Installation site
The installation site for the Xtender is of particular importance and must satisfy the following criteria: Protected from any unauthorised person.
Protected from water and dust and in a place with no condensation. It must not be situated directly above the battery or in a cabinet with it.
No easily inflammable material should be placed directly underneath or close to the Xtender. Ventilation apertures must always remain clear and be at least 15cm from any obstacle that may affect the ventilation of the equipment according to fig. 2b.
In mobile applications it is important to select an installation site that ensures as low a vibration level as possible.
Installation and operating Instructions | Xtender V1.3 | Page 6 |
