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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

RAILWAY DIESEL STARTING

BATTERIES

KDZ

In the USA, call 1-800-GNB-RAIL for additional information.

In Canada call 1-800-268-2698 for additional information.

For alternate language versions of this document, visit www.gnb.com

POST THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IN BATTERY MAINTENANCE AREA

13. REMEMBER THESE IMPORTANT FACTS

For maximum battery life and performance,

always be aware of these potential problem areas

and take the appropriate action to correct them

should they occur.

SHORT CIRCUITS—cause electrical leaks

that run batteries down.

ENERGY WASTE—running battery down

with lights or accessories unintentionally left

on when engine is not running.

POOR, DIRTY CONNECTIONS—corrosion

builds up resistance which impedes—often

stops—the ﬂow of power to and from the

battery .

LOW REGULATOR SETTINGS— limit the

ﬂow of recharging current to the battery

thereby starving it.

HIGH OR UNCONTROLLED REGULATOR—

permits excessive ﬂow of current to the

battery causing excessive loss of water and

premature failure.

14. WARRANTY AND RECORDS

Diesel starting batteries are warranted against

manufacturing defects or factors under GNB

Industrial Power control. There are many factors

under the control of the battery user that can damage

the battery. The most important user-controlled

factor is the battery ﬂoat voltage set on the voltage

regulator of the locomotive generating or charging

system. Many battery users routinely keep records

of monthly readings of voltage regulator output

with the engine at idle and at operating speed. As

explained above (Section 6), the correct adjustment

of battery ﬂoat voltage is critical in ensuring battery

performance. To keep the warranty valid, the

following records must be kept:

a) Quarterly record of voltage regulator output

or battery ﬂoat voltages together with the

temperature range for which adjustment is

made; and

b) Quarterly log of electrolyte level and speciﬁc

gravity in the cells of the battery. Such records

can alert the user to the existence of abnormal

conditions in his application that can adversely

affect the battery. Preventive actions can then

be taken promptly to ensure the battery is not

damaged.

15. RECYCLING

U.S. Federal and State Regulations require that lead

acid batteries be handled and disposed of in compliance

with strict guidelines. GNB offers disposal service for

lead acid batteries. Call 1-888-438-5865 to arrange a

pick-up or to get additional information. In Canada, call

1-800-231-9081.

1 . SAFETY

1.1 Follow your company’s Safety Instructions

when working with or near diesel starting

batteries. Observe the caution label afﬁxed

to the battery. Thoroughly familiarize yourself

with industry and government guidelines

(OSHA, ANSI) for charging, handling and

maintaining diesel batteries.

1.2 Assign battery and charger care to properly

trained personnel.

1.3 This battery contains sulfuric acid. Avoid

contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Wear

rubber apron, gloves, boots and goggles or

face shield when handling, checking, ﬁlling,

charging or repairing batteries.

1.4 Keep water readily available for ﬂushing

spilled electrolyte from eyes or skin. Use

plain water only and obtain medical attention

immediately. Special deluge showers and

eye wash basins are required.

1.5 Batteries produce hydrogen during charge.

Keep open ﬂames away. Do not check

electrolyte level with a cigarette lighter or

match. Use a ﬂashlight or permanent lights.

Do not smoke or create sparks.

1.6 Lift batteries with a hoist, crane, lift truck,

or similar equipment. Move batteries on

trucks, conveyors or rollers. Be sure to place

a rubber mat or similar insulating material

across tops of batteries without covers when

handling. Make sure equipment is of ample

strength and properly installed.

CAUTION: Do not use chain or wire rope slings.

1.7 Never lay metal tools, such as wrenches or

other material on top of a battery.

1.8 Disconnect the battery from the locomotive

when performing maintenance and repair

on the motor or electrical system.

1.9 Open or “break” the battery circuit before

attempting repairs to terminal connections.

1.10 Apply a strong neutralizer, like baking soda,

when acid is spilled on the ﬂoor. Check local

regulations regarding disposal of neutralized

waste.

2. RECEIVING BATTERIES

Immediately upon receipt of shipment, examine

the outside of the packing for signs of rough

handling before accepting battery from carrier.

Wet spots on the shipping pallet may be an

indication of leaking jars broken in shipment.

If there is evident damage, the receipt should be

signed and both copies (carrier’s and receiving

copies) marked “Shipment Received Damaged”.

The carrier should be called immediately and

asked to make a “Carrier’s Inspection for Damage

Report”.

If “concealed” damage is later detected, the carrier

should be called immediately and requested

to make a “Carrier’s Inspection for Concealed

Damage Report”. After inspection by the carrier,

arrangements should be made with the local

GNB

Industrial Power representative to have

the battery repaired before placing it in service.

CAUTION

Before placing a battery in service,

review and adhere to the Safety

Guidelines listed in Section 1.

3. INITIAL FRESHENING CHARGE

Remove the vent caps from each cell and check

to see that the electrolyte level is above the plates.

During shipment of the battery, low temperatures

and/or normal shock and vibration often results in

a drop in the electrolyte level. If the level is below

the plates, recheck it after three hours of charging.

If the level remains below the plates, add water

until the plates are covered. If it is obvious that

electrolyte has spilled out of any cells, replace

it with electrolyte of the same speciﬁc gravity as

found in the other cells of the battery.

Replace the vent caps and give the battery a

freshening charge of 3 to 6 hours or by continuing

CAUTION - READ THE ENTIRE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PLACING BATTERIES IN SERVICE.

A Division of Exide Technologies

GNB Industrial Power

U.S.A. - Tel: 877.GNB.INFO

Canada - Tel: 808-268-2698

www.gnb.com

GB3565 2013-10

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the charge until there is no increase in speciﬁc gravity for three hydrometer readings taken at one hour intervals. CONTINUE CHARGING AND MAKE FINAL A

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