Saft Ni-Cd User manual

Complete cell topping-up equipment
for Saft Ni-Cd batteries
March 2008
This equipment has been designed
to aid the topping-up of water for
large sizes or numbers of cells,
especially where the electrolyte
levels cannot easily be seen.
The complete topping-up watering
equipment comprises two basic
units –
Gthe filling pistol, which has a flow
rate of 8 liters/min, shuts off at
the right level when the correct
spacer tube is used.
Gwatering cart equipment,
connected by a flexible hose.
Safety precautions
GRemove all rings, watches, and
other items with metal parts
prior to working with battery.
GWear protective gear, rubber
gloves, long sleeves, closed
goggles or shield.
GNever allow an exposed flame or
spark near the battery.
GNever smoke while performing
any operation on the battery.
GDischarge any possible static
electricity from clothing and/or
tools by touching an earth-
connected part “ground”prior to
working with the battery.
GUse insulated tools.
GElectrolyte is harmful to skin and
eyes. In the event of contact with
skin and eyes, wash immediately
with plenty of water. If eyes are
affected, flush with water, and
obtain immediate medical
attention.
Parts list equipment
Item Pocket plate Sintered/PBE
cells cells
Part Number Part Number
Complete topping-up equipment
with universal charger
120 V / 230 V 08-00195-02 220325
(with filling pistol, spacer tube kit,
charger + plugs)
Filling Pistol (with spacer tube kit) 01-02002-01 220323
Spacer tube kit
(with spacer tubes marked “A”to “H”)01-02007-01 220 974
Battery Charger (120 / 230 V)
+ plugs (2-Pin Euro plug, 01-02011-01 220 975
3-Pin UK plug, 2-Pin US plug)

Watering cart equipment
GThe battery for the watering cart
is shipped disconnected. Before
using the cart, connect the
battery according to supplied
instruction.
GRemove the cap and fill tank with
ONLY distilled or de-ionized
water (per IEC 60993). Replace
the cap when full.
GConnect the output hose of the
watering cart to the bottom of
the filling pistol’s handle. A quick
connector is preassembled.
GTurn the power switch to the ON
position. The switch is located
on the back of the cart. The
pump will energize for a few
seconds and then stop.
GRefer to “Filling pistol operation”
(page 3).
GOnce all topping-up is complete,
turn the power switch to the OFF
position.
GCharge the cart battery as
needed. The battery needs
13 hours to fully charge.The
battery shall be kept at a good
level of charge.
Note:
•The watering cart cannot be
operated while the charger is
connected to the battery.
•The expected run time of the
watering cart, with a fully
charged battery, is 2 hours
continuous. Longer run times
are likely with intermittent use
of the system.
Easy to maneuver:
handles like a hand truck
Easy to use:
instructions right on the unit
Easy to fill:
large opening
On/off switch
Sealed cell battery:
included
Output hose
Dependable water source
Watering cart equipment
Container capacity 38 L (made in polypropylene)
Charger 120 V / 230 V with exchangeable AC plug models
Hose ≈ 3.2 m in length
Battery 12 V / 7.2 Ah
Dimensions (mm) 150 x 64 x 94 (LxWxH)
Dimensions (mm) 432x432x940(LxWxH)
Packaging dimensions (mm) 413x413x940(LxWxH)
Weight 14 kg (empty)
52 kg (full)
Operation procedure

Filling pistol
GSelect the appropriate spacer
tube for cell type that is to be
topped-up. Refer to the spacer
tube list in the tables (see page 4)
for correct spacer tube
identification. The spacer tubes
are individually marked with an
identity letter.
GAttach spacer tube to the front
end of the probe by orienting the
spacer tube so that the stepped
inside diameter is placed on the
probe first.
GPush the spacer tube completely
against the probe top so that
there is NO visible space between
the spacer tube and the probe
top (refer to the pictures below).
GOpen vent cap of cell and insert
probe into cell until spacer tube
sits on open vent hole.
GPress and hold handle until the
pistol automatically stops
dispensing water and release
handle.
GRemove the probe from the cell.
GRepeat topping-up other cells.
Note:
•There will be some water that
drips out of the probe after the
handle is released. Let this
drain into the cell or to another
desirable location.
Caution:
•Use correct spacer tube to
prevent overfilling or underfilling.
•Only use distilled or de-ionized
water. NEVER use tap water.
•Topping-up equipment should be
dedicated to Ni-Cd batteries.
Correct installation for specified spacer tubes (see page 4)
Spacer tubes “A”to “F”
and “H”Spacer tube “G”
Total filling pistol length (mm) 625
Packaging dimensions (mm) 810 x 200 x 50 (L x W x H)
Kit of 8 spacer tubes supplied (marked “A”to “H”)
To function correctly, the filling pistol requires 1 to 1.7 bar
Filling pistol
Operation procedure

Saft
Industrial Battery Group
12, rue Sadi Carnot
93170 Bagnolet - France
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.saftbatteries.com
Doc. No21575-2-0308
Information in this document is subject to change without notice
and becomes contractual only after written confirmation by Saft.
Published by the Communications Department.
Photo credits: Philadelphia Scientific, Saft
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Produced by Arthur Associates Limited.
For pocket plate cells
Spacer tubes
For sintered/PBE cells
Battery type Capacity range Spacer tube
(Ah) to be used
SBL E 7.5 - 30, 47, 62 A
SBL E 35 B
SBL E 75 - 1660 B
SBL 7.5 - 30, 45, 59 A
SBL 37, 48 B
SBL 70 - 1540 B
SBM 11 - 30 A
SBM 43 - 1390 B
SBH 8.3 - 16, 49 A
SBH 19 - 39 B
SBH 51 - 920 B
SNL 10 - 59 A
SNL 70 - 355 B
SNM 9 - 55 A
SNM 70 - 335 B
SNH 9 - 34 A
SNH 40 - 210 B
UP1L 15 - 75, 110 A
UP1L 95 B
UP1L 140 - 1700 B
UP1M 8 - 65 A
UP1M 75 B
UP1M 100 - 1330 B
SPL 80 - 420 B
STL⊕38 - 460 B
SUN⊕45 - 1110 B
SCL P 10 - 70 H
SCL 11 - 69 B
SCL 76 - 128 C
SCL 157 - 411 B
SCM 11 - 59 B
SCM 65 - 118 C
SCM 145 - 341 B
SCM S - steel 32 - 118 A
SCM S - steel 145 - 435 B
SCH 11 - 50 B
SCH 58 - 137 C
SCH 147 - 265 B
SCH S - steel 67 - 128 A
SCH S - steel 147 - 320 B
Battery type Capacity range Spacer tube
(Ah) to be used
SPH B 16 - 47 A
SPH 11 A
SPH/F 16 - 52 D
SPH/F 60 - 80 B
SPH/F 90 - 190 A
SPH/F 220 - 320 C
SRM P/FR/FRpp 25 - 66 D
SRM P/FR/FRpp 80 - 105 D
SRM P/FR/FRpp 125 - 270 F
SRM 320 LFR/LFRpp 320 A
SRM 340 CP/CFR/CFRpp 340 E
SRM F3 80,100,140,160,180 C
SRM F3 120,140L D
SRM F3 250C E
SRX P/FR/FRpp 22 - 80 D
SRX P/FR/FRpp 90 - 220 C
SRX P/FR/FRpp 175L A
SRX C 50 C
SRX F3 220 A
SRX P-LC 250 B
STH B 11 - 47 A
STH 21 - 80 D
STH 90 - 190 E
SM 100 P/FR/FRpp 95 F
SM 100 LFR/LFRpp 95 C
SM 155 P/FR/FRpp 155 A
SM 110 S 110 B
SRM - steel 46 - 80 B
SRM - steel 105 - 440 G
SRX / SRX E - steel 72 - 370 C
SRX stainless 90 - 250 B
SRX 44 E - steel 44 B