Alpha Battery Racks User Manual
Assembly Instructions
Battery Racks
Battery Racks and Cabinets
Alpha Industrial Power Inc
Effec
tive: May 2008
Alpha Industrial Power Inc
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Battery Rack Assembly Instructions
Note:
Installer is cautioned to review the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual
before proceeding. If there are questions regarding the safe operation of the installation of
the racks, please contact Alpha Industrial Power or your nearest Alpha representative.
Note:
Alpha Industrial Power shall not be held liable for any damage or injury involving it’s
enclosures, power supplies, generators, batteries, or other hardware if used or operated in
any manner or subject to any condition not consistent with its intended purpose, or is
installed or operated in an unapproved manner, or improperly maintained.
Contacting Alpha Industrial Power:
www.alpha.com
OR
For general product information and customer service (8AM to 5PM, Eastern Time) call
1-800-996-6104
For complete technical support, call
1-800-996-6104
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1.0 Introduction
These instructions detail the proper assembly of Alpha battery racks.
Note:
Use a crew of at least two persons trained in handling, installing, operating, and maintaining
batteries and battery systems to assemble the battery racks. Rack components must be
assembled and secured on-site in accordance with these assembly instructions and all applicable
codes and laws.
During assembly procedure, do not tighten the hardware until the final step. This will
prevent hole alignment problems due to tolerance stacking. Once the battery rack is
assembled, tighten all the hardware to its specified torque.
1.1 Tools required:
Chalk line
13mm wrench
Torque wrench (0-250 in-lbs)
13mm socket
Concrete drill with bit for anchor bolts (when applicable)
Level
Multimeter (grounding verification)
Measuring Tape
Note:
Inspect contents upon receipt. If items are damaged or missing, immediately contact Alpha
Industrial Power and the shipping company. Most shipping companies have only a short claim
period.
Do not proceed with the installation of the battery rack if parts are missing or damaged.
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1.0 Introduction, continued
1.1 Parts List
Please refer to the bill of material enclosed with each rack. Each battery rack is
unique and will contain different parts for each configuration
1.2 Pre-installation
Note:
The following items must be addressed prior to assembly and installation.
Installation Considerations
Anchoring
Codes
Grounding
Location
Battery Installation Procedure
To provide stability and safety, securely anchor all battery racks
to the floor in accordance with applicable codes
Ensure observance of all applicable codes.
Ground the rack in accordance with all applicable codes.
Locate the racks in a clean, cool, dry place where they will not
be affected by sources of heat or sunlight. Adequate ventilation
must be provided. DO NOT install the rack in an airtight
enclosure or room with no ventilation. The floor must be level,
and capable or supporting the weight of the battery rack and the
batteries, in addition to any other equipment.
DO NOT install batteries until the rack has been properly and
completely installed. Know the polarities and terminal
placement of each battery and coordinate its location prior to
installation. Unless otherwise instructed, begin the installation
of the batteries at the center of the bottom row and work out to
each end. Install the batteries on the lowest shelves first and
work upward. If necessary, use only a small amount of water or
unscented talcum powder to help reduce friction on the
shelving. DO NOT use any lubricating agent to help slide
batteries into place.
Seismic/Earthquake Protected
Design
Maintenance
Perform in accordance with applicable local, state and national
codes.
Make periodic inspections of the entire rack for any signs of acid
corrosion. If found, the acid must be neutralized. If left
unattended, the corrosion could weaken areas of the rack.
Periodically check to see If the rack remains properly grounded
and anchored.
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