Lead acid batteries
Maintenance of batteries
Prior to first use of LINAK
®
batteries, please make sure that they are charged at least 24 hours and if possible
even longer for proper functioning and prolonging the battery lifetime.
Replacement of batteries
The batteries must only be replaced by the same type of batteries or mechanical and electrical equivalent
types. The batteries must be new or maintained by means of charging at least every 6 months. The batteries,
which make a set, must be supplied with identical production codes.
Production code mismatch may lead to a severely reduced lifetime expectancy.
Before mounting, ensure that the battery set is correctly connected, compare with the drawing in the battery
room and check that no connectors are loose.
Warnings in connection with battery replacement
Please observe the following maintenance, replacement, and disposal requirements to ensure a safe
and reliable operation.
The batteries are to be replaced after 4 years at the latest. Perhaps earlier, depending on the pattern
of use. Frequent and high-powered discharges reduce the battery life. For an optimum lifetime, the
product must be connected to the mains voltage as often as possible. It is recommended that the
batteries are to be charged for at least every 6 months - otherwise the batteries will have reduced
capacity due to self-discharge. It is recommended to test the battery function at least once every year.
The battery compartment is hermetically separated from the electronics compartment. When
replacing the batteries this separation must not be damaged or modified as this may allow
penetration of battery gas into the electronics compartment with risk of explosion.
When replacing batteries in waterproof products (IPX5 and IPX6), precautions must be taken that
the sealing material (silicone ring or joint filler) is not damaged and that it is correctly placed in the
groove. Hereafter, the screws in the cover are to be fastened with approx. 1 Nm.
If necessary, replacement sealing is available at LINAK.
The battery compartment is supplied with ventilation that ensures correct and necessary airing of the
battery compartment. This airing must not be blocked or covered as a positive pressure may occur
with risk of explosion.
If the product has been exposed to mechanical overload (lost on the floor, collision/squeezing in the
application or a powerful stroke), the product must be sent to an authorised workshop for control of
the hermetic separation between the battery and electronics compartment.
Disposal
Lead acid batteries must be disposed of in the same way as car batteries. Alternatively, they may be returned
to LINAK.
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