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Concorde Battery RG Series Owner's/Operator's Manual

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RG
SERIES
AIRCRAFT BATTERY
OWNER/OPERATOR
MANUAL
CONCORDE BATTERY
CORPORATION
2009 San Bernardino Road
West Covina, CA 91790
Phone: 626-813-1234
www.concordebattery.com
Document No. 5-0324
Revision B
Mar 03/2014
NOTICE: The technical data contained herein has been reviewed and approved for
general release on the basis that it contains no export controlled information. No part of
this document may be copied or reproduced by any means, including electronic or
mechanical, without written permission from Concorde Battery Corporation.
DISCLAIMER: The technical data contained herein is based upon the best information
available as of the latest revision date. Concorde Battery Corporation makes no warranty
of merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose, or any other warranty, expressed or
implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its
use. It is the obligation of each user of the product to determine the suitability for any
particular application and to comply with the requirements of all applicable laws
regarding use and disposal of this product.
Copyright © Concorde Battery Corporation 2014

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  • Page 1 Concorde Battery Corporation. DISCLAIMER: The technical data contained herein is based upon the best information available as of the latest revision date. Concorde Battery Corporation makes no warranty of merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose, or any other warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use.
  • Page 2 RECORD OF REVISIONS Revision Date Sep 29/2010 Feb 23/2011 Mar 03/2014 Page 2 of 21 Document No. 5-0324 Rev B...
  • Page 3 SAFETY SUMMARY A. WARNING: LOW CAPACITY HAZARD. Aircraft batteries are certified to have a certain minimum capacity for emergency operations in the event of a electrical generator system failure. Never use a battery that has less than 80% of rated capacity. B.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Page INTRODUCTION BATTERY DESCRIPTION STORAGE TRANSPORTATION PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION INSTALLATION OPERATION SERVICING DISPOSAL APPENDIX A – GLOSSARY APPENDIX B – BATTERY LOG Page 4 of 21 Document No. 5-0324 Rev B...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION A. Thank you for choosing Concorde! Your battery has been hand crafted to the highest quality control standards for superior reliability and durability. Our quality system is certified to AS9100 which is the highest standard for aviation products. Concorde aircraft batteries provide greater power for starting at cold temperatures, reliable emergency performance and longer life than any comparable product.

  • Page 6: Battery Description

    BATTERY DESCRIPTION ® A. Concorde RG Series aircraft batteries are made using valve regulated lead acid cells. Each cell is sealed with a pressure relief valve that regulates the internal pressure and prevents gases from escaping. The positive and negative plates are sandwiched between layers of glass mat consisting of glass micro fibers of varying length and diameter.

  • Page 7: Storage

    STORAGE A. Batteries are serviced and charged at the factory prior to shipment. B. To prolong shelf life, batteries should be stored in a cool location, ideally below 20C (68F). C. The open circuit voltage (OCV) of a fully charged battery is approximately 26.0 volts (13.0 volts for 12 Volt batteries).

  • Page 8: Transportation

    TRANSPORTATION A. The battery should be packaged in its original container. If the original container is not available, follow local packaging regulations applicable to the mode of transport. ® B. Concorde RG Series batteries are exempt from DOT Hazardous Material Regulations, IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, and IMDG Code.

  • Page 9: Preparation For Installation

    PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION A. Remove battery from the shipping carton and visually inspect the battery for signs of damage. Do not use the battery if it appears to be damaged, contact Concorde for assistance. NOTE: Some battery models may have container sidewalls that are visibly bulged out or sucked in.

  • Page 10: Installation

    INSTALLATION NOTE: THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE GENERIC. SEE AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE MANUAL OR STC FOR INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC TO A PARTICULAR AIRCRAFT MODEL. WARNING: LEAD ACID BATTERIES ARE HEAVY, WITH SOME MODELS EXCEEDING 50 POUNDS. USE APPROPRIATE LIFTING DEVICES OR EQUIPMENT. USE BATTERY HANDLES WHERE PROVIDED. A.
  • Page 11 CAUTION: USE ONLY THE HARDWARE PROVIDED WITH THE BATTERY. DO NOT USE STAINLESS STEEL OR STEEL WASHERS BETWEEN THE RING TERMINAL AND THE BATTERY TERMINAL. 13. Replace electrical compartment access panel. 14. Update aircraft weight and balance data, if necessary. 15.

  • Page 12: Operation

    OPERATION A. Applications: Aircraft batteries are used to start engines and auxiliary power units (APUs), to provide emergency backup power for essential avionics equipment and lighting systems, to assure no-break power for navigation units and fly-by-wire computers, and to provide ground power capability for maintenance and preflight checkouts.
  • Page 13 E. Open Circuit Voltage: The battery state of charge can be determined (approximately) from reading the battery’s open circuit voltage (OCV). To get an accurate OCV, the battery needs to be stabilized on open circuit (no charging or discharging current) for at least 4 hours. Once the stabilized OCV is measured, the state of charge can be determined from the following table: Table 2.
  • Page 14 H. Cold Weather Operation: In cold climates, the state of charge of the battery should be kept at a maximum to prevent freezing of the electrolyte. A fully charged battery will not freeze even under the coldest weather conditions, but a discharged battery will freeze even when moderately cold.
  • Page 15 I. Ventilation Systems: Airplanes are often equipped with a battery ventilation system. The ventilation system provides for removal of gasses and acid fumes from the battery via vent tubes on the battery case. Ventilation systems are usually a necessity when flooded type batteries are used, but the amount of gas and acid ®...

  • Page 16: Servicing

    SERVICING A. Charging Battery While Installed: Batteries may be charged while installed on the aircraft with the following restrictions:  Battery charger meets the requirements specified in the CMM or it is specifically approved by Concorde.  The battery compartment is well ventilated. As an extra precaution, the battery should be disconnected from the aircraft electrical system if there is any possibility the charging source may put out excessive voltage that could damage equipment connected to the battery bus.

  • Page 17: Disposal

    DISPOSAL ® A. Concorde RG Series batteries contain lead, sulfuric acid, and other hazardous materials. Never discard batteries in the trash or in a landfill. B. The battery materials are 100% recyclable. Dispose spent batteries and assemblies in accordance with local ordinances and regulations. ®...

  • Page 18: Appendix A - Glossary

    APPENDIX A – GLOSSARY Active material - Electrode material which produces electricity during its chemical conversion. AGM - Absorbent glass mat used as a separator material between positive and negative plates. Electrolyte is absorbed and held in place by the capillary action between the fluid and glass mat fibers.
  • Page 19 End of life - The stage at which the battery or cell meets specific failure criteria. End Point Voltage (EPV) - The voltage at which the discharge current is terminated when measuring battery capacity. Sometimes called cutoff voltage or voltage end point. Unless otherwise stated, the EPV is equal to 20.0 volts for 24 volt aircraft batteries (10.0 volts for 12 volt batteries).
  • Page 20 Rated C1 capacity - The nominal capacity, expressed in Ampere-hours (Ah), obtained from a fully charged battery when discharged at the one hour rate to the specified end point voltage at a temperature of 21 - 25C (70 - 77F). Self discharge - The decrease in the state of charge of a battery, over a period of time, due to internal electrochemical losses.

  • Page 21: Appendix B - Battery Log

    1. The open circuit voltage (OCV) should equal or exceed 25.5 volts for 24 Volt batteries (12.75 volts for 12 Volt batteries) at the time of installation into the aircraft. 2. Refer to Concorde Battery Instructions for Continued Airworthiness/Component Maintenance Manual for installation, inspection and charging instructions.

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