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General| Brand | GNB |
|---|---|
| Model | TUBULAR-LMX |
| Category | Camera Accessories |
| Language | English |
Follow company safety instructions, observe caution labels, and familiarize with industry guidelines for battery handling.
Assign battery and charger care only to properly trained personnel for safe operation and maintenance.
Avoid contact with sulfuric acid electrolyte. Wear appropriate PPE like gloves, goggles, and apron during handling.
Keep water readily available for flushing spilled electrolyte from eyes or skin. Obtain immediate medical attention.
Keep open flames away during charging due to hydrogen gas. Use flashlights, not matches or lighters.
Use certified equipment for lifting and moving batteries. Place insulating material across tops of coverless batteries.
Never lay metal tools, such as wrenches or screwdrivers, on top of a battery to prevent short circuits.
Disconnect the battery from the truck when performing maintenance on the motor or electrical system.
Open or "break" the battery circuit before attempting repairs to the charging plug or receptacles.
Neutralize spilled electrolyte with baking soda or soda ash. Check local regulations for waste disposal.
Examine packing for rough handling and wet spots indicating leaks before accepting shipment from the carrier.
Mark receipts as "Shipment Received Damaged" and call the carrier immediately to report any damage found.
Report "concealed" damage to the carrier immediately and arrange for an inspection and potential repair.
Verify battery weight, allow temperature adjustment, and ensure the charger is properly matched to the battery.
Check electrolyte level is above plate separators. If low, replace with electrolyte of the same specific gravity.
Give the battery a freshening charge until there is no increase in specific gravity over three one-hour intervals.
Recheck electrolyte level after 3 hours of charging if low due to shipment. Add water or electrolyte if still below separators.
The battery should reach its normal operating specific gravity of 1.295 to 1.345 at 77° F (25° C) after 90 days.
Limit discharging to 80% (specific gravity not below 1.180) to prevent over-discharging and shorten battery life.
Batteries are designed for an 8-hour discharge, 8-hour charge, and 8-hour cool-down cycle.
Tubular-LMX™ batteries deliver 80% of their rated capacity at 77 °F (25 °C) per cycle.
Maintain electrolyte between 60-100°F (15-38°C). Avoid exceeding 110°F (43°C) to preserve service life.
Allow the battery to cool down for approximately 8 hours after charging before the next discharge cycle.
If a battery is hot to the touch, let it cool to room temperature before charging or discharging.
Starting charge rate is 3x finish rate, tapering down as battery reaches 85% charged.
High on-charge temperatures or frequent water additions may indicate overcharging.
Short running times or low end-of-charge specific gravities can indicate inadequate recharge.
The charger's ampere-hour rating should be within 10% of the battery's ampere-hour rating.
Keep records of charging, watering, specific gravity, temperature, and open circuit voltages for warranty.
Maintain electrolyte between 60-100 °F. Operating above 100°F reduces service life; below 60°F reduces capacity.
Add water after 45/90 days or when specific gravity reaches 1.335-1.345, at the end of charging.
Equalize charge every 10 duty cycles to 80% DOD or bi-weekly, and after each water addition.
Do not discharge beyond 80% of rated capacity; over-discharging voids warranty and shortens life.
Keep the top of the battery clean and dry.
Equalize charge the battery.
Check cell electrolyte levels and add water. Record gravities, temperatures, and voltages after watering.
Inspect charger, check cables, connectors, and exterior for damage.
Monitor battery temperature, cell voltages, specific gravities, and top dryness for operational issues.
Keep battery top clean and dry. Remove vent caps only for essential checks or additions.
Maintain level above separators, not above 1/8" from vent well bottom. Add water as needed, preferably at charge end.
Use only distilled water or water known to be free of impurities. Contact GNB for water quality concerns.
Acid resistant sensor installed in a central cell; lead wire attached to negative post of second cell.
Light ON and FLASHING indicates recommended electrolyte level. Light OFF means water addition is needed.
Check sensor operation by lifting it out. Verify lead wire connections if light remains ON or FLASHES.
BWT system fills all cells to proper height efficiently with one connection.
Plug assembly controls watering to 1/8" below vent well at end of recharge, using a float and valve.
Supply water should be filtered (20-micron or finer recommended) to remove particles and debris.
Minimum reservoir height ten feet; 15 psi static system pressure recommended. Adjust for flow rate.
Connect system for 1-3 minutes until flow indicator stops. BFS recommends filling for two minutes with timer.
Use water meeting strict limits for total solids, fixed solids, organic material, iron, manganese, nitrates, etc.
Disconnect from charging equipment, ensure battery is clean, and wear safety glasses before watering.
Contact local GNB representative for maintenance, repair, and replacement parts for batteries and chargers.
Follow U.S. Federal and State regulations for handling and disposal. GNB offers disposal service.
