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Panasonic Electric Works Nordic AB
MEW01349
Rev: -
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Operating Instructions Fire alarm system EBL512 G3, V1.1.x
Battery maintenance
The batteries - 2 x 12 V, 28 Ah (e.g. Panasonic LC-P1228AP) - are
placed inside the control unit. Larger batteries (< 65 Ah) have to be
placed outside the control unit, e.g. in a separate battery cabinet, etc.
The control unit supervise and charge the batteries and a fault will be
generated for any trouble with the batteries.
The batteries, rechargeable Sealed Lead-Acid batteries, shall fulfil
UL94V-0.
The batteries are normally maintenance-free but the
producer's instructions shall always be followed.
The ambient temperature affects the battery's capacity, self discharge
and life span. The temperature should preferably not be higher than
normal room temperature (approx. 20-22°C).
For highest safety, the batteries used in a fire alarm installation should
not be more than four years old.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by incorrect type.
Dispose used batteries according to the producer's instructions and
national regulations.
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