LEOCH DJ Series VRLA Battery Manual
LEOCH DJ Series VRLA Battery Manual
LEOCH DJ Series VRLA Battery Manual
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AGM VRLA
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 3
2. Safety precaution and protection equipment .............................................................................. 3
3. Battery Storage ............................................................................................................................ 4
4. Battery System Installation Considerations: ................................................................................ 4
5. Installation of batteries ................................................................................................................ 5
5.1 Unpack and check ................................................................................................................ 5
5.2 Notices before Installation ................................................................................................... 5
5.3 Pre Installation Rack/Enclosure Location Check .................................................................. 6
5.4 Battery Installation and connection..................................................................................... 6
5.6 Batteries mounting on racks ................................................................................................ 7
5.7 Example Images after Installation ...................................................................................... 10
6. Operation of battery .................................................................................................................. 11
6.1 Supplementary charge ....................................................................................................... 11
6.2 Discharge ............................................................................................................................ 11
6.3 Capacity discharging test ................................................................................................... 11
6.4 Charge ................................................................................................................................ 12
7 Battery maintenance .................................................................................................................. 14
7.1 Cleanness ........................................................................................................................... 14
7.2 Inspection and maintenance .............................................................................................. 14
8. Exchange of Batteries................................................................................................................. 18
8.1 Exchange judgments: ......................................................................................................... 18
8.2 Exchange time .................................................................................................................... 18
9. Maintenance Records ................................................................................................................ 18
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1. Introduction
LEOCH produces world-class batteries based on years of research and development. Our products are
manufactured under the guidelines of ISO9001 quality system. Each battery undergoes a series of strict
manufacturing and quality control processes before shipment. We are committed to provide our
customers the best batteries, with 100% customer satisfaction. We believe that the LEOCH battery is the
ideal selection for your application and your ultimate DC power choice.
3. Battery Storage
High temperature or poor ventilation during storage and delivery will result high self-discharge rate.
Therefore, it is important to maintaining good ventilation and keeping away from fire, flame, water and
heat supply etc.
When storing the battery (not charging), disconnect from charger and load.
Store the batteries in a dry, clean and preferably cool location.
The batteries are supplied charged, however during storage it is advisable not to store batteries for
more than below without a supplementary recharge:
a) Six months at 20 °C
b) Three months at 30 °C
c) Six weeks at 40 °C
d) Three weeks at 50 °C
A supplementary charge is required to maintain the batteries stored for some period over advised time
limit from above. For detailed charging procedures, please refer to section 6.1 Supplementary Charge.
Failure to observe charging conditions may result in greatly reduced capacity and service life.
Temperature Range
UL94-HB Standard Jars UL94-V0 Flame Retardant Jars
Charging : -4°F ~ +140°F (-20°C ~ +60°C) -4°F ~ +131°F (-20°C ~ +55°C)
Discharging : +32°F ~ +122°F (0°C ~ +50°C) +32°F ~ 122°F (0°C ~ +50°C)
Storage : -4°F ~ +140°F (-20°C ~ +60°C) -4°F ~ +131°F (-20°C ~ +55°C)
Parallel Connections : Recommended within 4 groups.
Heat Dispersing : Maintain 0.4 to .79” (10 to 20mm) inter-bloc distance between batteries.
Multilayer Installation : Temperature of each layer should be controlled within 3°C.
Ventilation : Ensure batteries are stored and used in ventilated conditions.
Optimum Ambient Temp. : 72°F to 78°F (23°C to 26°C)
Float Charge (25°C) : limited current ≤0.30C10, voltage 2.23~2.30V/cell
Cyclic Charge (25°C) : limited current ≤0.30C10, voltage 2.30~2.40V/cell
Mixing Batteries : Do not mix new and old batteries, batteries of different capacity or
manufacturers. If required, please consult with Leoch technical support.
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5. Installation of batteries
5.1 Unpack and check
If no shipping abnormity after checking, install the batteries in the designated position;
When installing batteries in a cabinet or on a rack, start at bottom & finish with placement at the top.
Do NOT install batteries near any potential heat source such heat exhaust of other equipment;
Batteries may release flammable gas. Batteries must keep away from any possible source of flames
or sparks.
Before connecting inter-cell connectors, lightly clean post terminals with non-metallic brush to
remove any sulfate or dirt from the terminal. Brush gently and do NOT damage the tin plating on
terminal, connector, or lugs.
Avoid any conductive materials touching directly between positive and negative terminals.
All installation tools must be insulated to prevent accidental arc flash.
Do NOT lubricate rack rails or bottom of battery jar as some lubricating compounds may cause
deterioration of the plastic battery container. Do NOT clean battery jars with detergent, petroleum-
based solvents or solutions with any ammonia to clean the battery containers, as these materials
may cause permanent damage to the battery container. Physical damage such as these are not
covered under warranty.
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Floor bearing: Since batteries are heavy, check the floor loading is not exceeded. Check
rack/enclosure complies with any load spread requirement, and seismic zone
requirements of the installation area.
To assemble a Leoch battery rack/enclosure, see rack installation instructions.
To assemble a Leoch battery rack, see rack and/or cabinet enclosure installation instructions.
Step 1. Carry batteries close to the rack, and then tear the box along its four corners.
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Step 2. Remove all bit poly-foams out from the bottom of the battery.
Step 3. Hitch the battery with belt loops from the bit poly-foams, and then let the lever
through the belt loop.
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Step 5. Put the battery close to a side for a little gap and remove loops out.
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5.7.2 12V Batteries: Vertical 3-tier/ 2-row Rack (30 batteries shown)
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6. Operation of battery
6.1 Supplementary charge
During the delivery and storage, the battery will lose part of the capacity due to self-discharge, so
please supplement charge before use;
If storage occurs before installation / connection, supplement charge regularly; Supplementary
charge according table 2 below before use:
>30°C to 40°C Every 3 months c) Charging at a constant of 0.1C(A) for 8-10 hours
Note:
Current value C is rated capacity of battery.
Example: rated capacity of 2V300AH battery is 300AH, 0.1C (A) = 0.1X300 = 30A;
6.2 Discharge
Ensure the maximum allowable discharge current does not exceed the rated value.
Refer to the individual battery literature for discharge rates to different end VDC at 77⁰F (25⁰C).
a) Make sure the battery is fully charged with an equalize charge, followed by a battery returning to
float for 7 additional days before the test for maximum results. Make sure all of the connections
are clean, tight, and do not have high resistance connections. The ambient temperature should be
77°F (25°C) or corrected for temperature as per the IEEE K factor chart.
b) Terminal voltage, ambient temperature, and start time should all be checked and recorded before
commencing discharge.
c) Terminal voltage, discharge current, room temperature should be checked and recorded
throughout the discharge period.
6.4 Charge
Note:
1) All cell/bloc voltages of a battery group have a little difference at the beginning of use,
half year later they become matched.
2) Effect from too high float voltage or too low float voltage as
below: Too high for a long time (overcharge): life shortened
Too low for a long time (not charge enough): Cannot meet load and/or make battery
voltages inconsistent. The battery group capacity will drop accordingly and life is shortened.
Note:
Do not use equalization charging as the standard floating application. Adopt equalization charging
under situations below:
1. Discharging capacity is below 80% of rated capacity.
2. Batteries hasn’t been used for more than 3 months.
3. Float voltage of battery unit is less than 2.18V/cell
4. Batteries have been floating for 3 ~ 6 months and found low voltage batteries in the string.
5. Batteries have been floating for a year.
6. Batteries supplementary charged before used.
7. After performing a capacity test.
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Charge current at the end of charge is over 0.05 C10A, which may result in permanent damage on
battery appearance and battery life; pay more attention to charging voltage.
The used charger should have digressive automatic constant voltage device, please contact us if
use other kind of charger.
If the ambient temperature is not 25°C, temperature compensation should be applied on the
voltage,
using the formula is U=U25°C - K×(T -25)
T—ambient temperature; K—temperature compensation coefficient
Judgment on charge end point, usually, if the battery charge can meet any one of the below listed
condition, it can be regarded as the charge end point.
a) Charged value is not less than 1.2 times of the released value.
b) The current is less than 0.005C10A (C10 = rated capacity of the battery) during the final
period of charging.
c) The current is steady for 5 hours during the final period of charging.
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7 Battery maintenance
7.1 Cleanness
Keep the battery surface and its working circumstance clean and dry.
Keep battery clean and avoid static condition.
Clean battery with damp cloth with water in it, avoiding contact with terminals. No organic solvent such as
gasoline, alcohol, etc. or clothes with such substance should be used to clean battery. Use of unapproved
cleaning solvents may permanently damage the battery container and is not covered by battery warranty.
To better understand the operation of battery and equipment and also to prevent battery damage during
maintenance inspection, please periodically inspect the battery and record it
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7.2.3 Inspection item per year
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Apart from the maintenance per quarter, additional articles added as below:
1) Principle “find out the hidden trouble and insure the safety” Should be complied when make test
on the battery.
2) Daily maintenance and performance analysis should be carried out strictly according the
processing plan.
3) Battery parameter setting operation should be strictly complied with the maintenance rules and
related requirement.
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4) Always wear insulated gloves when handling the batteries to avoid electric shock. Make sure the
metal instrument is insulated.
CAUTIONS
Keep batteries out of reach of children.
Do NOT use batteries for application other than those specified in its specification.
Do NOT attempt to dis-assemble revised, damaged, impacted, disposed batteries, otherwise
the battery would leak, get hot, or explode.
Do NOT dispose of the batteries in water, fire, and do not heat the batteries.
Do NOT cause any short circuit
If the voltage of battery pack is above 45V, please be sure to wear insulated gloves when
working; otherwise, there is a risk of severe electrical shock.
Do NOT bring face close to the top of batteries, please keep a sensible distance when you are
measuring and repairing, you must wear safety goggles.
There is sulfuric acid in the battery, do not allow contact of sulfuric acid with skin, cloths,
especially eyes. If eyes come in contact with sulfuric acid, please wash with a lot of clean
water, and consult a physician immediately.
Longer service life will be attained when the battery is operated within an ambient temperature
range of 20~30°C
8. Exchange of Batteries
9. Maintenance Records
Good records will assist in determining if corrective action is needed to correct charging, maintenance, or environmental
issues that may reduce the maximum life of your battery. If you have any questions or concerns, please call Leoch Battery for
assistance.
Reads are suggested after the battery is installed, and after the battery has been in float service for 6 months (Base
Line Readings for warranty records). Quarterly, or semi-annual maintenance records are suggested to give customer system
protection predictability, however annual maintenance readings are the minimum to maintain the warranty coverage.
Maintenance records will be required for warranty.
Below please find some suggested maintenance sheets to assist the customer’s record keeping on the battery.
Installation Report REPORT DATE: _________________
PAGE # _______of________
COMPANY NAME: _____________________________________________ NO. OF CELLS IN STRING: ______________________________
CONTACT NAME: ______________________________________________ TYPE OF BATTERY: ___________________________________
PHONE: _____________________________________________________ STRING NO.: ________________________________________
BATTERY STRING NAME: ________________________________________ INSTALLATION DATE: _________________________________
BATTERY ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
AMBIENT ROOM TEMPERATURE: ________________________________ CHARGER IMPOSED AC RIPPLE CURRENT AND OR VOLTAGE: _________________
CHARGER OUTPUT VOLTAGE: ___________________________________ SYSTEM FLOAT VOLTAGE
CHARGER OUTPUT CURRENT: ___________________________________ AT BATTERY TERMINALS: ______________________________________________
CHARGER IMPOSED AC RIPPLE CURRENT AND OR VOLTAGE: _________________________________________________________________________________
CONDITION OF VENTILATION AND MONITORING EQUIPMENT:
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Note: Baseline reading is completed after 6 months on float in operation. Keep the baseline readings for permanent records.
Annual Inspection Report BASELINE REPORT DATE: ______________________
PAGE # _________of___________
COMPANY NAME: _________________________________________________ NO. OF CELLS IN STRING: ________________________________________
CONTACT NAME: __________________________________________________ TYPE OF BATTERY: ______________________________________________
PHONE: __________________________________________________________ STRING NO.: ___________________________________________________
BATTERY STRING NAME: ____________________________________________ INSTALLATION DATE: ___________________________________________
BATTERY ADDRESS: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
AMBIENT ROOM TEMPERATURE: ____________________________________ CHARGER IMPOSED AC RIPPLE CURRENT AND OR VOLTAGE: ___________
CHARGER OUTPUT VOLTAGE: ________________________________________ SYSTEM FLOAT VOLTAGE
CHARGER OUTPUT CURRENT: ________________________________________ AT BATTERY TERMINALS: ________________________________________
CHARGER IMPOSED AC RIPPLE CURRENT AND OR VOLTAGE: _______________________________________________________________________________
CONDITION OF VENTILATION AND MONITORING EQUIPMENT: