Danger Due To Acid, Gases And Vapours; General Information Regarding The Handling Of Batteries; Protecting Yourself And Others; Safety Measures In Normal Operation - Fronius Acctiva Smart 25 A Instructions De Service

Danger due to ac- Batteries contain acid which is harmful to the eyes and skin. During charging, gases and
id, gases and va- vapours are released that may be harmful to health and are highly explosive in certain cir-
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General informa- -
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Protecting your- While the charger is in operation, keep all persons, especially children, out of the working
self and others area. If, however, there are people in the vicinity,
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Before leaving the work area, ensure that people or property cannot come to any harm in
your absence.
Safety measures -
in normal opera-
tion
Only use the charger in well-ventilated areas to prevent the accumulation of explosive
gases. Battery rooms are not deemed to be hazardous areas provided that a concen-
tration of hydrogen of less than 4% can be guaranteed by the use of natural or forced
ventilation.
Maintain a distance of at least 0.5 m (19.69 in.) between the battery and charger dur-
ing the charging procedure. Possible sources of ignition such as fire and naked flames
must be kept away from the battery
The battery connection (e.g. charging terminals) must not be disconnected for any
reason during charging
Do not inhale any of the gases and vapours released under any circumstances
Make sure the area is well ventilated
To prevent short circuits, do not place any tools or conductive metals on the battery
Battery acid must not get into the eyes or onto the skin or clothes. Wear protective
goggles and suitable protective clothing. Rinse any acid splashes thoroughly with
clean water and seek medical advice if necessary.
Protect batteries from dirt and mechanical damage.
Store charged batteries in a cool place. Self discharge is kept to a minimum at approx.
+2 °C (35.6 °F).
Carry out a visual inspection at least once a week or as often as specified by the bat-
tery manufacturer to ensure that the acid (electrolyte) level in the battery is at the max.
mark.
If any of the following occur, do not start the device (or stop immediately if already in
use) and have the battery checked by an authorised workshop:
- uneven acid levels and/or high water consumption in individual cells caused by a
possible fault.
- overheating of the battery above 55 °C (131 °F).
warn them about all the dangers (hazardous acids and gases, danger from mains and
charging current, etc.),
provide suitable protective equipment.
Chargers with a ground conductor must only be operated on a mains supply with a
ground conductor and a socket with a ground conductor contact. If the charger is op-
erated on a mains supply without a ground conductor or in a socket without a ground
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