Stationary Flooded Battery Systems
Stationary Flooded Battery Systems
Preventative Maintenance Program
| Description | Quarterly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Record battery model, serial number and date code | X | X |
| Measure and record battery string current and voltage | X | X |
| Measure and record voltage from most positive to ground and from most negative to ground | X | X |
| Measure and record AC ripple current | X | X |
| Measure and record ambient temperature | X | X |
| Verify water levels (ADD IF NEEDED) | X | X |
| Measure and record 10% cell specific gravity and electrolyte temperature | X | |
| Inspect battery, rack, floor, and battery area | X | X |
| Inspect for cracks, leakage, corrosion on terminals or rack | X | X |
| Measure and record 100% specific gravity of each cell/unit | X | |
| Measure and record voltage of 100% cell/unit | X | X |
| Measure and record electrolyte temperature of 100% cell/unit | X | |
| Detailed visual inspection of each cell/unit components | X | X |
| Visual inspection of each connection | X | X |
| Measure and record cell-to-cell and terminal resistance | X | |
| Measure and record internal resistance of each cell | X | |
| Inspect integrity of battery rack or cabinet | X | |
| Confirm safety equipment and documentation presence | X | X |
| Record date of inspection | X | X |
| Provide completed inspection report | X | X |