C&D Technologies LIBERTY 1000 Series User manual

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LIBERTY®SERIES 1000 FRONT ACCESS MONOBLOCK
VALVE-REGULATED (SEALED)
LEAD ACID BATTERIES
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
RS-1826
FOLLOW MANUFACTURER’S PUBLISHED INSTRUCTIONS WHEN
INSTALLING, CHARGING AND SERVICING BATTERIES.
For additional information and
Technical-Warranty Assistance, contact:
C&D TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
1400 Union Meeting Road, PO Box 3053, Blue Bell, PA 19422-0858
800•543•8630 or 215•619•2700, Fax 215•619•7899
Before handling cells or storing cells for future installation take time to read
this manual. It contains information that could avoid irreparable damage to
the battery and/or void product warranty.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Owners are hereby advised that access to this battery should be limited to personnel who
have been trained in the installation, preparation, charging and maintenance on this specific
battery type and model. WARNING
SHOCK HAZARD - PHYSICAL CONTACT WITH UN-INSULATED BATTERY
CONNECTORS OR TERMINALS SHOULD BE AVOIDED AT ALL TIMES. CARE
SHOULD BE TAKEN TO DISCHARGE STATIC ELECTRICITY FROM ANYTHING
OR ANYONE WHO MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH THE BATTERY BY
MAINTAINING PHYSICAL CONTACT WITH A GROUNDED SURFACE IN THE
VICINITY OF THE BATTERY BUT AWAY FROM THE CELLS AND FLAME
ARRESTERS.
ALL TOOLS SHOULD BE ADEQUATELY INSULATED TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY
OF SHORTING CONNECTIONS. DO NOT LAY TOOLS ON THE TOP OF THE
BATTERY.
ALTHOUGH C&D TECHNOLOGIES LIBERTY®SERIES 1000 (FAM AND LFA) FRONT
ACCESS MONOBLOCK BATTERIES ARE SEALED AND EMIT NO GAS DURING
NORMAL OPERATION, THEY CONTAIN POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE GASES, WHICH
MAY BE RELEASED UNDER ABNORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS, SUCH AS A
CHARGER MALFUNCTION. THE BATTERY INSTALLATION LOCATION SHOULD BE
A WELL VENTILATED AREA SO AS TO PREVENT HYDROGEN GAS ACCUMULA-
TION IN THE VICINITY OF THE BATTERY FROM EXCEEDING 2% BY VOLUME.
NEVER INSTALL BATTERIES IN A SEALED CABINET OR ENCLOSURE. IF YOU
HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL C&D AGENT.
THIS BATTERY CONTAINS SULFURIC ACID, WHICH CAN CAUSE SEVERE
BURNS. IN CASE OF SKIN CONTACT WITH ELECTROLYTE, REMOVE
CONTAMINATED CLOTHING AND FLUSH AFFECTED AREAS THOROUGHLY
WITH WATER. IF EYE CONTACT HAS OCCURRED, FLUSH THE EYE FOR A
MINIMUM OF 15 MINUTES WITH LARGE AMOUNTS OF RUNNING WATER AND
SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.
WARRANTY NOTICE
This instruction manual is not a warranty. This battery is sold subject to a limited warranty, which is offered in lieu of all other
warranties, express or implied (including the warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose). A copy of the
applicable limited warranty is available upon written request from C&D TECHNOLOGIES, Inc. 1400 Union Meeting Road PO
Box 3053 Blue Bell, PA 19422-0858 or in Canada C&D TECHNOLOGIES, Inc. 7430 Pacific Circle Mississauga, ON L5T 2A3
Request Warranty Certificate RS-1827.
The data and specifications indicated herein are subject to revision by C&D Technologies, Inc. without notice. While the
information presented herein is believed to be accurate, C&D Technologies, Inc. makes no warranty and hereby dis-
claims all warranties, express or implied, with regard to the accuracy or completeness of the information indicat-
ed herein. Further, because the products featured herein may be used under conditions beyond its control, C&D
TECHNOLOGIES, INC. HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. The user is solely respon-
sible for determining the suitability of C&D Technologies, Inc.’s products for user’s intended purpose and in
user’s specific application.

LIBERTY®SERIES 1000 FRONT ACCESS MONOBLOCK
VALVE-REGULATED (SEALED) LEAD ACID BATTERIES
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
PART 1
RECEIVING AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
SECTION 1.1 - RECEIVING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.1.1 General Information and Precautions
1.1.2 Safety
1.1.3 Packing, Inspection at time of delivery
1.1.4 Accessories package
SECTION 1.2 - STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.2.1 Storing charged batteries
SECTION 1.3 - INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.3.1 Installation and connection
1.3.2 Connecting and torquing battery terminal posts
1.3.3 Paralleling batteries
1.3.4 Installation inspection prior to connection
to charging equipment
PART 2
CHARGING AND OPERATION OF BATTERY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
SECTION 2.1 - CHARGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.1 Boost / initial charge
2.1.2 Initial 1 boost charge
2.1.3 Constant voltage charging
2.1.4 Initial charge records
2.1.5 Warning labels
SECTION 2.2 - BATTERY OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.2.1 Float charge
2.2.2 Equalizing charge
2.2.3 Compensating float voltage for ambient temperature
2.2.4 Over-Voltage
SECTION 2.3 - MAINTENANCE OF BATTERY MODULES . . . . . . 17
2.3.1 Inspection
2.3.2 Cleaning modules
2.3.3 Cell voltage variation
2.3.4 Effects of temperature
2.3.5 Record keeping
2.3.6 Connection maintenance
2.3.7 Internal Ohmic measurements
2.3.8 Recommended maintenance
APPENDIX A - MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
APPENDIX B - WARRANTY PROVISIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
APPENDIX C - VALVE-REGULATED LEAD ACID BATTERY and
CHARGER INSPECTION REPORT FORM. . . . . . . 28
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WARNING
This battery is designed for industrial use only and is not
intended for application in vehicular starting, lighting, and
ignition and/or operation of portable tools and appliances. The bat-
tery should be used only in accordance with manufacturer’s writ-
ten instructions. Use of this product other than in accordance with
manufacturer's written instructions may produce hazardous and
unsafe operating conditions, leading to damage of equipment
and/or personal injury.
The battery should be charged only in accordance with manu-
facturer’s operating instructions. Do not expose the battery to
open flame or electrical arc. Do not tamper with cell cover or
vents. VRLA batteries contain sulfuric acid, which can cause
severe burns. Mishandling or abuse could cause the battery’s
case to rupture. In case of skin contact with electrolyte, remove
contaminated clothing and flush affected areas thoroughly with
water. If eye contact has occurred, flush one eye thoroughly for
15 minutes with running water and seek immediate medical
attention.
Recommended Tools for Installation and Maintenance
The following list of tools is a general recommendation and is not
intended to be a complete list. Each installation may require special
tools which can not be specified without specific knowledge of the
installation.
Safety
1. Rubber or Neoprene - Acid resistant gloves.
2. Protective apron
3. Face Shield or goggles (ANSI approved).
4. Rubber soled safety shoes/boots.
5. Insulated tools.
6. Portable eye wash for rinsing of eyes in case of contact with
electrolyte.
Installation
1. Lifting sling or platform (dependent on battery size and
weight).
2. Insulated tools.
3. Torque wrench.
4. Digital voltmeter (three digit accuracy).
5. Resistance, conductance or impedance meter. (Select one
method)
6. Non-metallic brush or pad for cleaning connections.
7. No-Ox-Id grease and brush.
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Maintenance
1. Digital voltmeter w/ temperature probe.
2. Torque wrench.
3. Insulated wrenches.
4. Resistance, conductance or impedance meter.
Warning: Do not, under any circumstances, use any petroleum
based cleaning or lubricating solutions on the battery jar or cover.
Failure to follow this warning may result in cracked or broken jars
and will void the warranty.
NOTE: Keep these Installation and Operating Instructions and
Layout drawings (if any) near the battery installation at all times.