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necessitating the use of adaptors or modifications to the leads. When
modifying the leads:
a) Disconnect leads from the NAC.
b) Take care not to damage the fuse holder.
c) Add sleeving or covers to any exposed metal on the modified battery
connection arrangement.
Notice! Batteries can supply very high currents. This can happen when terminals
are bridged by metalwork, wires, tools, jewelry, etc. The bridging metal can get
very hot, melt, or vaporize, leading to damage and serious injuries.
Take all necessary precautions to ensure safety, including covering bare
terminals, when transporting or replacing batteries.
Notice! Batteries can be large, heavy and have slippery cases. These factors
contribute to mishandling incidents such as slipping and dropping. Impact
damage can rupture the battery case, releasing hazardous chemicals. Slips and
drops can allow terminals to contact metal, or cause injuries to the installer or
others nearby. Take all necessary precautions to ensure safety, including not
working overhead or blind in cramped areas, covering bare terminals, and using
appropriate means to safely handle the awkward and heavy units.
Notice!
Worn, pinched or otherwise damaged battery leads must be replaced in order to
avoid hazard.
Battery fitment and replacement
The battery leads supply high currents to the board during fault conditions.
Poor connections lead to excessive voltage drop and can affect system
performance.
At the board connection, the installer must ensure that:
a) Terminal wiring is performed with the battery disconnected.
b) The bare wire ends are neatly dressed and fully inserted into the terminal
housing. Less than 2mm of exposed wire should be visible after
termination.
c) The complete bundle of wire strands is inserted into the screw terminal.
No broken strands should be visible.
d) There are no free strands outside of the metal block in the terminal
housing.
e) The retaining screw is correctly torqued.
f) On completion, the polarity is verified at the board (red to positive, black to
negative) prior to battery connection.
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