Itron Inc. CCU100A Manual Do Utilizador
TDC-0971-011 CCU 100 and Repeater 100 Installation Guide
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Proprietary and Confidential
This chapter provides instructions for performing field maintenance on the collector or
repeater battery. The following sections describe storing and charging spare collector and
repeater batteries, and replacing a collector or repeater battery in the field.
repeater battery. The following sections describe storing and charging spare collector and
repeater batteries, and replacing a collector or repeater battery in the field.
Shipping Requirements
Warning! Electrical fire hazard—protect against shorting.
Terminals can short circuit and cause a fire if they are not insulated during
shipping.
shipping.
Requirements for shipping batteries:
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Batteries must be labeled "NONSPILLABLE" during shipping. Follow all federal shipping
regulations. See CFR 49 Parts 171 through 180, available online at www.gpoaccess.gov.
regulations. See CFR 49 Parts 171 through 180, available online at www.gpoaccess.gov.
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Batteries must have short circuit protection during shipping. Exposed terminals, connectors, or
lead wires must be insulated with a durable inert material to prevent exposure during shipping.
lead wires must be insulated with a durable inert material to prevent exposure during shipping.
Failure to comply with these requirements can cause a fire during shipping and
handling.
handling.
Battery Storage and Charging
To ensure maximum lifespan and efficiency from your collector or repeater batteries,
Itron recommends the following storage and maintenance procedures.
Itron recommends the following storage and maintenance procedures.
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Battery Care and Maintenance