・The system’s emergency back-up battery may be a rechargeable lead battery. Check
the emergency battery for an electrical failure.
・Battery acid (electrolyte) is extremely harmful to human skin and eyes. If battery acid
contacts skin, wash the affected area with soap and water. If battery acid contacts the
eyes, flush the eyes with water. In either event, seek medical attention. If there is
battery acid on a cloth, use water to wash the battery acid from the cloth.
・Do not intentionally short batteries. Do not put the battery near a fire or in a fire. Do not
disassemble the battery, drop it or knock it against another object.
The battery’s life expectancy is affected by its environment. The normal battery life is
approximately three years. If the battery is used in an outdoor setting and is exposed to
high temperatures, its life expectancy drops to approximately one year.
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Perform periodic diagnostic tests and maintenance procedures on the emergency
battery and its terminals to ensure their readiness. If there is a power failure and the
emergency battery is not ready, then the system will not work. Additionally, a damaged
or dead battery, or terminals that need replacement might cause battery acid to leak,
which might cause smoke or a fire. The battery and terminals are periodic replacement
parts (the cost is chargeable to the customer). A service contract, with the supplier or