Super B Andrena 12V2.5Ah, Andrena 12V10Ah, Andrena 12V15Ah, Andrena 12V20Ah, Andrena 12V15AhSC Series Manual

Manual

Version

December 2019

ANDRENA SERIES

12V2.5Ah | 5Ah | 7.5Ah | 10Ah

15Ah(SC) | 20Ah(SC) | 25Ah

User Manual Andrena Series

This manual contains all the information necessary to install, use and maintain the Li-ion
battery. We kindly ask you to read this manual carefully before using the product. In this
manual, the Super B Andrena Li-ion power batteries will be referred to as the Li-ion battery.
This manual is meant for the installer and the user of the Li-ion battery. Only qualied and/or
certied personnel may install and perform maintenance on the Li-ion battery. Please consult
the index at the start of this manual to locate information relevant to you.

During the use of the Li-ion battery, user safety should always be ensured, so installers,
users, service personnel and third parties can safely use the Li-ion battery.

Copyright© Super B All rights reserved. Licensed software products are owned by Super B
or its subsidiaries or suppliers, and are protected by national copyright laws and international
treaty provisions. Super B products are covered by Dutch and foreign patents, issued and
pending. Information in this publication supersedes that in all previously published material.
Specications and price change privileges reserved. Super B is a registered trademark of
Super B.

For more information please contact:

Super B Lithium Power B.V.
Demmersweg 3
7556 BN Hengelo (Ov)
The Netherlands
Tel: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
www: www.super-b.com

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Table of content

1. Safety guidelines and measures 5

1.1. General 5

1.2. Disposal 5

1.3. Safety symbols and markings on product 6

2. Introduction 7

2.1. Product description 7

2.2. Intented use 7

2.3. Glossary of Terminology 7

2.4. Used symbols 8

3. Product specifications 8

3.1. Technical specications 8

3.1.1. Electrical specications 8

3.1.2. Mechanical specications 8

3.1.3. Charge and discharge specications 9

3.1.4. Temperature specications 9

3.1.5. Compliance specications 9

3.1.6. General product specications 10

3.2. Environmental conditions 10

3.3. Required tools 10

3.4. Scope of delivery 10

3.5. Connections 11

3.6. Optional Components 11

4. Installation 12

4.1. General information 12

4.2. Unpacking 12

4.3. Preparing the Li-ion battery for use 12

4.3.1. Placement of the Li-ion battery 13

4.3.2. Connection wires 13

4.3.3. Connecting power cables with automotive type terminal 13

4.3.4. Connecting a charger to the Li-ion battery 14

4.4. Disconnecting a Li-ion battery 14

5. Battery use 15

5.1. General information 15

5.2. Charging 15

5.2.1. Charging rate 15

6. Inspection and cleaning 16

6.1. General information 16

6.2. Inspection 16

Be in charge. Super B.

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6.3. Cleaning 16

7. Storage 16

8. Transportation 17

9. Disposal and recycling 17

10. Troubleshooting 17

11. Warranty and liability 18

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1. Safety guidelines and measures

1.1. General

• Do not short-circuit the Li-ion battery.

• Treat the Li-ion battery as described in this manual.

• Do not dismantle, crush, puncture, open or shred the Li-ion battery.

• Do not expose the Li-ion battery to heat or re. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.

• Do not remove the Li-ion battery from its original packaging until required for use.

• In the event of electrolyte leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or
eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with water and seek medical advice.

• Always use a class 2 charger which is specically provided for use with a Lithium Iron
Phosphate battery (LiFePO4).

• Observe the plus (+) and minus (–) marks on the Li-ion battery and equipment and ensure
correct use.

• Do not mix batteries of different manufacture, capacity, size or type.

• Keep the Li-ion battery clean and dry.

• Secondary batteries need to be charged before use. Always use the correct charger and
refer this manual for proper charging instructions.

• Do not leave the Li-ion battery on prolonged charge when not in use.

• After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the Li-ion.
battery several times to obtain maximum performance.

• Retain the original product documentation for future reference.

• Disconnect the Li-ion battery from the equipment when not in use.

• Do not charge the Li-ion battery below 0°C.

1.2. Disposal

Dispose the Li-ion battery in accordance with local, state and federal laws
and regulations.

WARNING:

Must be disposed of properly.
May explode if damaged or disposed

of in re. Do not short circuit.

Li-ion

Batteries may be returned to the manufacturer.
Do not mix with other (industrial) waste.

Be in charge. Super B.

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1.3. Safety symbols and markings on product

Several safety symbols and markings can be found on the product. These markings are
displayed below. Never remove these markings!

The meanings of the symbols:

Wear eye protection

Refer to instruction manual/booklet

Warning, corrosive substance

Warning, explosive material

No open ame, ignition source and smoking prohibited

No children allowed

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2. Introduction

2.1. Product description

The Andrena power batteries are light-weighted, compact and offer high performances. The
Li-ion batteries are especially developed for motorsports. If you want to use it on road, please
consult with Super B.

Please note that Li-ion batteries have to be treated differently from conventional lead-acid
batteries. We kindly ask you to pay attention to the warnings as mentioned on the battery:

1.Risk of re and burns when not used or treated correctly.

2.Do not open, crush, heat above 60°C or incinerate.

3.Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

4.Avoid contact with electrolyte. In the event of an accident, ush with water.

5.Do not jumpstart.

6.Use correct charger.

7.Do not puncture or impact this battery.

8.Do not short battery terminals.

9.Do not reverse connect (polarity).

10.Do not operate battery beyond published maximum specications.

11.This product can store fault conditions internally, like excessive charge current or deep
discharge situations. Super B uses this information in the warranty process.

2.2. Intented use

The Andrena series Li-ion battery serves as a voltage source for starting combustion engines,
which use a 12V board net. Also stationary applications which require a short and high peak
current can benet from using this Li-ion battery. In applications other than motorcycles it
is required to use the SB BDB 250; an external under and overvoltage protector, to secure
the Andrena Li-ion battery against under- and overvoltage with the lowest possible stand-by
current. Never install multiple Li-ion batteries in series or parallel.

2.3. Glossary of Terminology

Endurance Life-cycle:

Charge cycle:

CCCV: Constant Current - Constant Voltage
LiFeP04 Lithium Iron Phosphate

Table 1. Glossary of terminology

The products maximum lifespan, achieved by following the guidelines
presented in this manual

A period of use from fully charged, to fully discharged, and fully
recharged again

Be in charge. Super B.

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2.4. Used symbols

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!

The following icons will be used throughout the manual:

Warning! A warning indicates severe damage to the user and/or product may occur when a

procedure is not carried out as described.

Caution! A caution sign indicates problems may occur if a procedure is not carried out as

described. It may also serve as a reminder to the user.

3. Product specications

3.1. Technical specications

3.1.1. Electrical specications

Andrena
12V2.5Ah

Nominal
capacity

Energy 32Wh 64Wh 96Wh 128Wh 192Wh 256Wh 192Wh 256Wh 320Wh

Nominal
voltage

Open circuit
voltage

Self­discharge

EqPb (Equals
lead-acid
battery)

2.5Ah 5Ah 7.5Ah 10Ah 15Ah 20Ah 15Ah 20Ah 25Ah

5 to 7 Ah

Andrena
12V5Ah

10 to
12 Ah

Andrena
12V7.5Ah

12 to
20 Ah

Andrena
12V10Ah

20 to
32 Ah

Andrena
12V15Ah

12.8V

13.2V

<3% per Month

40 to
60 Ah

Andrena
12V20Ah

70 to
100Ah

Andrena
12V15Ah­SC

40 to
60 Ah

Andrena
12V20Ah­SC

70 to
100Ah

Andrena
12V25Ah

100 to
130Ah

Table 2. Electrical specications

3.1.2. Mechanical specications

Dimensions
(LxWxH)

Weight

Ingress
protection

Cell type /
chemistry

Table 3. Mechanical specications

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Andrena
12V2.5Ah

114 x 32
x 84mm/

4.49” x

1.26” x

3.30”

0.46 kg /

1.0 lbs

Andrena
12V5Ah

114 x 62
x 84mm
/ 4.49” x

2.44” x

3.30”

0.85 kg /

1.8 lbs

Andrena
12V7.5Ah

120 x 82
x 98mm/

4.72” x

3.23” x

3.86”

1.3 kg /

3.0 lbs

Andrena
12V10Ah

120 x 82
x 124mm/

4.72” x

3.23” x

4.88”

1.7 kg /

3.7 lbs

Cylindrical - LiFePO4

Andrena
12V15Ah

120 x 82
x 181mm/

4.72” x

3.23” x

7.13”

2.4 kg /

5.4 lbs

IP 69

Andrena
12V20Ah

120 x 82
x 238mm/

4.72” x

3.23” x

9.37”

3.2 kg /

7.0 lbs

Andrena
12V15Ah­SC

249 x 96
x 141mm/

9.80” x

3.78” x

5.55”

2.9 kg /

6.4 lbs

Andrena
12V20Ah­SC

249 x 96
x 141mm/

9.80” x

3.78” x

5.55”

3.6 kg /

8.0 lbs

Andrena
12V25Ah

249 x 96
x 141mm/

9.80” x

3.78” x

5.55”

4.3 kg /

9.5 lbs

3.1.3. Charge and discharge specications

Andrena
12V2.5Ah

Charge
method

Charge
voltage

Max charge
current

End of
discharge
voltage

Discharge
current
continuous

Discharge
pulse current
(1 sec)

Table 4. Charge and discharge specications

10A 19A 27A 37A 52A 66A 52A 66A 77A

40A 80A 120A 160A 240A 320A 240A 320A 385A

136A
(54C)

Andrena
12V5Ah

255A
(51C)

Andrena
12V7.5Ah

375A
(50C)

3.1.4. Temperature specications

Andrena Series
Charge temperature 0°C to 45°C1 / 32°F to 113°F
Discharge temperature -20°C to 55°C / -4°F to 131°F
Storage temperature short

term (<1 month)
Storage temperature long

term (>1 month)
Relative humidity 10-90%

-20°C to 45°C / -4°F to 113°F

-10°C to 25°C / 14°F to 77°F

Andrena
12V10Ah

493A
(49C)

Andrena
12V15Ah

CCCV

14.3V - 14.6V

8V

708A
(47C)

1

Andrena
12V20Ah

892A
(45C)

Andrena
12V15Ah­SC

708A
(47C)

Andrena
12V20Ah­SC

892A
(45C)

Andrena
12V25Ah

1045A
(42C)

Table 5. Temperature specications

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Do not charge the Li-ion battery below 0°C / 32°F

3.1.5. Compliance specications

Andrena Series
Certications CE, FCC, UN 38.3
Shipping classication UN 3480

Table 6. Compliance specications

Be in charge. Super B.

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3.1.6. General product specications

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Andrena
12V2.5Ah

Battery
designation

Cycle life

Table 7. General product specications

*

The cycle life given above is an indication at 23°C. Battery lifespan depends strongly on temperature and the applied charging and

discharging currents.

4IFpR27/664IFpR27/

*

Andrena
12V5Ah

66-2

Andrena
12V7.5Ah

4IFpR27/
66-3

Andrena
12V10Ah

4IFpR27/
66-4

>1000 (10C discharge, 100% DoD))

Andrena
12V15Ah

4IFpR27/
66-6

Andrena
12V20Ah

4IFpR27/
66-8

Andrena
12V15Ah­SC

4IFpR27/
66-6

3.2. Environmental conditions

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Warning! The Li-ion battery may only be used in conditions specied in this manual.

Exposing the Li-ion battery to conditions outside the specied boundaries may lead to serious
damage to the product and/or the user.
Use the Li-ion battery in a dry, clean, dust free, well ventilated space. Do not expose the
Li-ion battery to re, water, solvents or excessive heat.

3.3. Required tools

• 10mm Hexagon socket wrench

3.4. Scope of delivery

Andrena
12V20Ah­SC

4IFpR27/
66-8

Andrena
12V25Ah

4IFpR27/
66-10

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Figure 1. Scope of delivery

2 3 4

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1. (1x) Andrena Li-ion Power battery

2. (1x) Terminal cover, Red

3. (1x) Terminal cover, Black

4. (2x) M6 bolt

5. (1x) Transportation terminal

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3.5. Connections

Figure 2. Connections

X1/X2: Battery Terminal for M6 bolt.

3.6. Optional Components

Description Article name EAN code

Battery Bracket Andrena 12V10Ah SB Battery Bracket DC 8718531360228

X1

X2

Battery BracketAndrena 12V15Ah SB Battery Bracket EC 8718531360235

Battery Bracket Andrena 12V20Ah SB Battery Bracket FC 8718531360242

Battery Bracket Andrena 12V15Ah-SC, Andrena
12V20Ah-SC and Andrena 12V25Ah

5.0A Lithium Charger

5.0A Lithium Charger

5.0A Lithium Charger

External under and overvoltage protector SB-BDB-250 8718531361034

Table 8. Optional components

Be in charge. Super B.

SB Battery Bracket SC 8718531360327

Optimate charger 5.0
A/14.4V EU plug

Optimate charger 5.0
A/14.4V UK plug

Optimate charger 5.0
A/14.4V US plug

5425006143905

5425006143905

5425006143936

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4. Installation

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!

!

!

!

!

4.1. General information

Warning! Never install or use a damaged Li-ion battery.
Warning! Never short circuit the Li-ion battery.
Warning! Connect to 12V systems only. Never install multiple Li-ion batteries in series.
Warning! Do not reverse connect the power cables (polarity).

4.2. Unpacking

Check the Li-ion battery for damage after unpacking. If the Li-ion battery is damaged, contact
your reseller or SuperB. Do not install or use the Li-ion battery if it is damaged!

4.3. Preparing the Li-ion battery for use

Warning! Do not overcharge the Li-ion battery.
Warning! Do not operate the Li-ion battery beyond published maximum specications.

Remove the transportation terminal before use and store it in a safe place. (Figure 3)

Figure 3. Remove the transportation terminal.

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4.3.1. Placement of the Li-ion battery

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!

Before it is used, the Li-ion battery must be positioned in such a way that it will not move
around in its compartment during use.
Use appropriate brackets for mounting (see chapter 3.6 for optional components).

4.3.2. Connection wires

Use appropriate wire for the connection wires to prevent overheating and unnecessary
losses.

4.3.3. Connecting power cables with automotive type terminal

1. Connect the load or charger to the X2 (+) terminal of the Li-ion battery (Figure 4).
Warning! Do not connect the (-) terminal rst as this may lead to short circuits.

2. Connect the load or charger to the X1 (-) terminal of the Li-ion battery (Figure 4).

3. Ensure both contacts are tightened (M6 = 10Nm).
Warning! Avoid short circuit when using a wrench.

4. Place the terminal covers over the terminals. (Figure 5).

Figure 4. Connecting power cables to the Li-ion battery.

Be in charge. Super B.

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Figure 5. Place terminal covers over the terminals.

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















Plus (+)

Minus (-)

4.3.4. Connecting a charger to the Li-ion battery

Warning! Ensure you have completed all the previous steps described in chapter 4 before

connecting the Li-ion battery to the charger.

Battery

Charger

AC

+

-

Main Switch

Figure 6. Connecting a charger to the Li-ion battery

4.4. Disconnecting a Li-ion battery

1. Disconnect the negative wire from the (-) terminal of the Li-ion battery.

2. Disconnect the positive wire from the (+) terminal of the Li-ion battery.

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+

-



5. Battery use

!

!

!

!

!

5.1. General information

Warning! Follow the safety guidelines and measures of chapter 1.

5.2. Charging

Warning! Never overcharge the Li-ion battery, this will permanently damage the Li-ion

battery.

Caution! Disconnect the charger from the Li-ion battery if it is not used for a long time.
Caution! To charge the Li-ion battery, use a Super B charger or charger which is suitable for

charging Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries.

Caution! Charge the Li-ion battery before use.

1. Connect the charger to the Li-ion battery as described in paragraph 4.3.4

2. Charge the battery in case of an undervoltage shutdown or if the state of charge drops below

20% to preserve the lifespan of the Li-ion battery.

5.2.1. Charging rate

The Li-ion battery can be charged within 25 minutes. Displayed in Table 9 are the charge
rates for the Li-ion battery at different charge currents. Always respect the indicated charge
current.

Charging rate

Charge current

Maximum

*

Recommended charge

Andrena 12V2.5Ah 10 A 2.5 A

Andrena 12V5Ah 19 A 5 A

Andrena 12V7.5Ah

27 A 7.5 A

Andrena 12V10Ah 37 A 10 A

Andrena 12V15Ah 52 A 15 A

Andrena 12V20Ah 66 A 20 A

Andrena 12V15Ah-SC 52 A 15 A

Andrena 12V20Ah-SC 66 A 20 A

Andrena 12V25Ah 77 A 25 A

Table 9. Charging rates at different charge currents

*

Charge time: max 25 minutes

**

Charge time: approximately 1 hour

**

Be in charge. Super B.

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6. Inspection and cleaning

!

6.1. General information

Warning! Never attempt to open or dismantle the Li-ion battery! The inside of the Li-ion

battery does not contain serviceable parts.

1. Disconnect the Li-ion battery from all loads and charging devices before performing cleaning

and maintenance activities (see paragraph 4.4).

2. Place the enclosed protective caps over the terminals before cleaning and maintenance

activities to avoid the risk of a short circuit.

6.2. Inspection

1. Inspect for loose and/or damaged wiring and contacts, cracks, deformations, leakage or

damage of any other kind. If damage to the Li-ion battery is found, it must be replaced by a
professional. Do not attempt to charge or use a damaged Li-ion battery. Do not touch the
liquid from a ruptured battery.

2. Consider replacing the Li-ion battery with a new one if you note either of the following

conditions:

- The Li-ion battery run time drops below 80% of the original run time.

- The Li-ion battery charge time increases signicantly.

6.3. Cleaning

If necessary, clean the Li-ion battery with a soft, dry cloth. Never use liquids, solvents, or
abrasives to clean the Li-ion battery.

7. Storage

Follow the storage instructions in this manual to optimize the lifespan of the Li-ion battery
during storage. If these instructions are not followed and the Li-ion battery has no charge
remaining when it is checked, consider it to be damaged. Do not attempt to recharge or use
it. Replace it with a new Li-ion battery.
The self-discharge of the Li-ion battery is <3% per month.

Storage instructions:

1. Charge the Li-ion battery to >50% of its capacity before storage.

2. Disconnect the Li-ion battery from all loads and, if present, the charging device.

3. Place the enclosed protective caps over the terminals during storage.

4. Charge the Li-ion battery to >50% of its capacity every 1 year.

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8. Transportation

Always check all applicable local, national, and international regulations before transporting
a Lithium Iron Phosphate battery.

Transporting an end-of-life, damaged, or recalled battery may, in certain cases, be
specically limited or prohibited.
The transport of the Li-ion battery falls under hazard class UN3480, class 9. For transport over
water, air and land, the battery falls within packaging group PI965 Section II.

9. Disposal and recycling

Always discharge the Li-ion battery before disposal unless the battery is damaged. Use
electrical tape or other approved covering over the Li-ion battery connection points to
prevent short circuits.
Battery recycling is encouraged. Dispose the Li-ion battery in accordance with local, state
and federal laws and regulations. Batteries may be returned to the manufacturer.

10. Troubleshooting

Problem Possible situation Solution

The Li-ion battery
cannot be
discharged.

The Li-ion battery
cannot be
charged.

The capacity of
the Li-ion battery
has decreased.

Table 10. Troubleshooting

The Li-ion battery is not installed
properly.

The cells within the Li-ion battery are
damaged or the Li-ion battery is worn
out.

The Li-ion battery is not installed
properly.

The cells within the Li-ion battery are
damaged or the Li-ion battery is worn
out.

The cells within the Li-ion battery are
damaged or the Li-ion battery is worn
out.

Check the installation of the Li-ion
battery.

Consult support SuperB.

Check the installation of the Li-ion
battery.

Consult support SuperB.

Consult support SuperB.

Be in charge. Super B.

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11. Warranty and liability

11.1 Upon delivery the customer is obliged to immediately verify whether the products have
been damaged during transport. In the event that any such damage has arisen, the customer
must notify Super B thereof as soon as possible, in any event no later than three (3) days of
delivery, by means of accurate, written statement, stating the damage and where possible a
photograph. Failure to inspect the products and inform Super B within the stated time or the
use of the products at any time shall be conclusive evidence that Super B has satisfactorily
tendered delivery.

11.2 In the event that the customer demonstrates that any of the delivered products do not
conform to the agreement, Super B (at its option, upon having received those products returned
by the customer) has the option to either repair or replace such products by new products, or to
refund the invoice value, exclusive of any dispatch costs.

11.3 Super B grants a three year limited warranty for damages caused by manufacturing
defects starting at the time of delivery. Damages caused by manufacturing defects do not
include damage resulting from (a) general wear and tear, (b) short circuit, (c) overcharging, (d)
deep discharging, (e) overheating of Super B products (f) installation of the Super B product by
persons unskilled to work with electro-technical devices or components, (g) any other wrongful
use contrary to the Super B’s user manual or the safety instruction, (h) any use contrary to the
product specications of that product; (i) any acts of force majeure.

11.4 The warranty period for parts of the product which have been repaired or replaced under
the warranty, shall be twelve (12) months from the date of repair or delivery of the replacement.

11.5 Except as specied in the clause 11.3 and 11.4 Super B makes no warranty, whether
express or implied, including without limitation any implied warranty of merchantability and
tness for a particular purpose or any warranty arising from any course of dealing, course of
performance or usage of trade and specically disclaims any representation or warranty that
the product will meet customer’s requirements, perform any specic function or achieve a
desired result other than expressly stated by Super B in writing.

11.6 Any liability to the customer in any case ceases to apply in the event that the customer
fails to notify Super B of the existence of the defect within ten (10) days of having discovered
the defect, in writing, in order to enable Super B to investigate the damage. Some of Super
B’s products electronically store usage data, including charging/discharging data, in order to
enable Super B to analyse such data retroactively when investigating damage.

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11.7 Any liability of Super B for damage suffered by the customer is in any case limited to
the invoice amount of the relevant products, unless such damage has been caused by gross
negligence or willful misconduct of Super B. Super B can never be held liable for (a) damage
caused by any of the circumstances mentioned in clause 11.3, leading to damage to the Super
B products or to any other device located near those products, or (b) consequential damage,
including but not limited to loss of prot, loss of production, loss of business interruption, loss
of product and loss of capacity irrespective of the cause of such consequential loss or (c)
goodwill.

11.8 To the extent that a court determines that the limitation of liability as meant in clause

11.7 cannot be invoked against a particular claim for damages by the customer, Super B’s
liability for loss of property, damage to property, and bodily injury (including death) caused
by the application of those particular Super B products shall in any event be limited to the
amount actually paid out by Super B’s insurance company to Super B in accordance with the
insurance cover of that insurance policy for that particular type of damage. Super B has taken
out insurance against certain risks, as described in the respective insurance policies. These
policies contain a usual limitation of insurance payment to be paid out to Super B if, and to the
extent that, the event is a covered event.

Be in charge. Super B.

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For more information please contact:

Super B Lithium Power B.V.
Demmersweg 3
7556 BN Hengelo (Ov)
The Netherlands

Tel: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
www: www.super-b.com

Manual December 2019