Jenbacher 1000-0050

Technical Instruction No.:

Documentation Initial commissioning and maintenance of acid-
filled lead storage batteries

1. General: ___________________________________________________________1
2. Commissioning:_____________________________________________________1
2.1 Tips: 1
2.2 Filling procedure: 1
3. Maintenance instructions: ____________________________________________1
3.1 Visual inspection / Acid level: 2
3.2 Acid density level: 2
3.3 Storage: 2

Please observe the safety and hazard signs in the safety instructions (TI 2300-0005) and wear the
appropriate "personal protective equipment".

1. General:

The lead storage battery accumulator plates used by GE Jenbacher are fully charged and ready for use
20 minutes after the battery has been filled with pure sulphuric accumulator acid (density 1.28) without
having to be charged first.

2. Commissioning:

2.1 Tips:
When filling, both the battery and the acid must have a minimum temperature of +10°C. Fill the battery
with acid just before it is installed (initial commissioning).

2.2 Filling procedure:

Loosen the battery caps. Remove any sealing strips or discs and discard.

Fill the battery cells with sulphuric accumulator acid (density 1.28) up to the acid level mark.

Leave the battery to rest for approx. 15 minutes, then shake carefully and, if required, top up the acid
level. Repeat this procedure after leaving the battery to charge for a couple of hours.

Screw on the battery caps tightly.

The battery is now ready to be used and installed in the module.

3. Maintenance instructions:

Always keep the battery dry and clean. Protect the battery poles by applying battery pole grease or pure
Vaseline.
A carefully maintained and fully charged battery is your best guarantee for trouble-free starting.
An increase in the battery water consumption is a sure sign of overcharging, which severely reduces
battery service life. Check the battery charge condition and, in the event of malfunction, inform GE
Jenbacher immediately.

Author: Doku./Bilek (ÜBAL07) Checked: TKE/Grain/VSR/Gloiser/VSC/Außerhofer Date: 2005-02

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 Jenbacher 1000-0050
Technical Instruction No.:
Documentation Initial commissioning and maintenance of acid-
filled lead storage batteries

An increased ambient temperature (depending on the country where the module is used) can also affect
battery water consumption. If this is the case, the inspection interval must be reduced accordingly as
described in the maintenance plan!

3.1 Visual inspection / Acid level:

Check the battery housing for damage. Check the battery poles for defects caused by short circuits or
mechanical damage. If necessary, replace the battery.

The acid level must reach the battery acid-level mark.

If the acid level falls below the above values, the required amount of distilled water should be added
(never use tap water or acid) and the battery must be charged for 15 minutes. Once the battery has
finished charging, check the acid level again.

3.2 Acid density level:

The acid density level is indicative of the charge condition of the battery. The acid density level is
measured using an acid tester. When testing, make sure to sample acid from each battery cell.

The acid density level value must not fall below 1.26 kg/l or exceed 1.28 kg/l.

If one of the battery cells shows an abnormally low acid density level, it may be assumed that the battery
plates are short circuiting.
Change the battery immediately – explosion hazard!

3.3 Storage:
Storing unfilled batteries:
Unfilled batteries do not require maintenance.
The storage room must be dry.

Storing filled batteries:

Charge uninstalled batteries every 4 weeks.

Author: Doku./Bilek (ÜBAL07) Checked: TKE/Grain/VSR/Gloiser/VSC/Außerhofer Date: 2005-02

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