How to Safely Upgrade or Replace Rack Lithium Batteries in
Proper planning, safety measures, compatibility checks, and careful handling are essential when upgrading or replacing rack lithium batteries. HeatedBattery emphasizes that following these
Proper planning, safety measures, compatibility checks, and careful handling are essential when upgrading or replacing rack lithium batteries. HeatedBattery emphasizes that following these
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Replace battery three days after the first diagnostic message at the latest. While lithium batteries are preferred due to their slow discharge and long life, they can present hazards to personnel, equipment and the environment and must be handled properly. o Replace with identical battery type.
Read and follow the guidelines in this document to safely use Lithium-Ion batteries and achieve the maximum battery life span Do not leave batteries unused for extended periods of time, either in the product or in storage. When a battery has been unused for 6 months, check the charge status and charge or dispose of the battery as appropriate.
However, a maximum system current of 30 amps should be maintained regardless of the number of interconnected cabinets. The battery cabinet is designed to hold the batteries listed in Table 1. Operating Ambient Temperature Range: -40 °C to +65 °C. Storage Ambient Temperature Range: -40 °C to +85 °C.
A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit current. Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised only by properly trained and qualified personnel knowledgeable about batteries and the required precautions. Follow the recommended PPE requirements per the SDS for the battery to be used.