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COMPONENT MAINTENANCE
MANUAL WITH
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
AIRCRAFT BATTERY
P/N 447CH7
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Illustrated
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DISASSEMBLY
1 - Disassembly 301
CLEANING
1 - Light cleaning 401
2 - Full cleaning 401
3 - Lubrication 402
CHECK
1 - Maintenance checks 501
2 - Maintenance steps in workshop 501
3 - General overhaul 510
REPAIR
1 - Battery condition 601
2 - Polarisation test 601
3 - Added electrical test before repair 602
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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
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Figure 502 - Level adjustment with a syringe and calibrated nozzle 504
Figure 901 - Polyamide key for vented filler cap made of polyamide 902
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INTRODUCTION
1. General
This manual supplies the maintenance data and the Illustrated Parts List of the Saft type
447CH7 Battery.
These instructions agree with specification ATA No. 100 for the manufacturer's technical
manuals. They are included in chapters in this sequence :
301-399 Disassembly
401-499 Cleaning
501-599 Check
601-699 Repair
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1. Description
A. General
The alkaline Battery has 20 semi-open nickel-cadmium CVH441KH cells with welded
polyamide cases.
The battery is connected to the aircraft systems. It can be used :
(1) To start
(2) On the ground, before electrical power is supplied to the aircraft systems
B. Characteristics
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(2) Operational characteristics
(a) Operating temperature : -40 to +71 °C (-40 to +160 °F)
The battery has 20 CVH441KH (270) cells housed in a stainless steel box.
The box (030) is lined with thin sheets of insulation and wedges (120). The cells are
maintained upright by means of mouled silicon elastomer part (050) fastened to the box
over wich presses against the top of the cells. Cells are interconnected by rigid, nickel-
plated copper links (290 thru 330).
The cover (040), that you can remove, is attached to the box (020) by four latches.
fig. 1
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2. OPERATION
A. Charge
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mini 10 h
Time :
maxi 12 h
mini 2 h
Time :
maxi 2 h 30 minutes
mini 1 h
Time :
maxi 1 h 15minutes
NOTE : If the battery voltage does not increase sufficiently during the
maximum charge time : Refer to "TESTING AND FAULT
ISOLATION".
NOTE : When you charge the battery more than necessary, you decrease
the life of the cells.
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(b) Constant voltage charge
The constant voltage charge does not permit to obtain the optimum condition of
charge. Therefore some problems can occur for water adjustment and condition
of end life.
B. Discharge
C. Precautions
You must usually supply regular current and do regular maintenance. Thus it is only
necessary to use these precautions to get correct operation of the battery :
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TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION
1. Testing
For the test procedures, refer to "CHECK".
2. Fault isolation
(b) Link loose or broken Make sure the nuts are tight
(refer to chapter CHECK).
(2) Zero volt with the (a) Battery fully discharged Recharge the battery (refer to
battery set to chapter DESCRIPTION AND
"discharge". OPERATION).
Do an insulation check (refer to
chapter CHECK).
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B. Cell’s faults
(1) Too much water (a) Charge much more than Examine the aircraft circuit
consumption for the limit or too much which charges the battery.
all the battery charge at high If necessary, adjust to normal
cells. temperature. operating temperature (refer to
chapter DESCRIPTION AND
OPERATION).
(2) Cell(s) water (a) more than 35% or more Do a leak test of the cells (refer
consumption is than the average : leaks to chapter CHECK).
very different from the cell(s).
from the other
cells in the (b) 30% (or less) of the Do the added test (refer to
battery . average : cell(s) with chapter REPAIR). If necessary,
damaged separator(s) replace the cell(s).
(3) A cell has an (a) Dry cell When the defect occurs, add
3
unusually high 5 cm /5 ml of distilled water to
voltage at the the cell. Do not adjust more
start of the accurately until the end of the
charge. charge.
NOTE : If you charge a cell with a quantity of electrolyte which is not sufficient, this can
cause temperature to increase very much
(4) A cell has an (a) The cell was operated at Replace the cell (refer to
unusually low temperatures and charge chapter DISASSEMBLY,
voltage at the end rates that were more than ASSEMBLY AND STORAGE).
of the charge the limits and the separator
(Less than 1.55V is damaged
at 4.4 A at
+ 20 °C (+68 °F)
or 1.52 V at
+ 35 °C (95 °F).
(5) Low capacity cell (a) Usual wear after long Replace the cell (refer to
(The cell shows operation. chapters DISASSEMBLY,
an opposite ASSEMBLY AND STORAGE).
voltage or a
correct polarity (b) Unusual operation Do the applicable procedure
voltage of less (Frequent engine starts (refer to chapter REPAIR).
than 1V after a with the battery) ; operation
discharge of at high temperatures, with
1 hour at 1C1A). low electrolyte level, etc.
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(6) Cell with a (a) Cell operated with low Replace the cell (refer to
swollen case. electrolyte level ; chapter DISASSEMBLY)
deterioration of separators
and damaged plates.
(7) Cell with zero (a) Short-circuited cell. Replace the cell. (refer to
voltage when the chapter DISASSEMBLY)
battery circuit is
open.
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C. Physical faults
(1) Leakage of (a) Incorrect adjustment of Disassemble and clean the
electrolyte. level battery (refer to chapters
DISASSEMBLY and
CLEANING). Do an electrolyte
level check (refer to chapter
CHECK).
(c) Too much charge at high Check the aircraft circuit which
temperature or too much charges the battery.If
current necessary, adjust to normal
operating temperature (refer to
chapters DESCRIPTION AND
OPERATION).
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(2) Electrolyte found (a) Damaged cell case. Do a leak test of the cells (refer
in the battery box. to chapter CHECK).
(4) The links are too (a) Loose terminal nuts Make sure the nuts are tight
hot. (refer to chapter CHECK).
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DISASSEMBLY
B. Removal of a cell
(a) Remove the nuts (400) and the spring washers (410) that attach the links from
the cell,
(c) fully engage the end of the special threaded tool (Refer to figure 904) on one of
the cell terminals. Then pull up to remove the cell.
NOTE : THE VENTED FILLER CAP MUST STAY TIGHT WHEN THE CELL IS
REMOVED.
(b) remove the vented filler cap with its O-ring (390).
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D. Removal of the temperature sensor:
(1) Remove :
(a) the nuts (400) and the spring washers (410) that attach the thermostat links (320
and 330),
(b) the 3 nuts (350) that attach the thermistor and thermostats on a link (320 and
330),
(1) Remove :
(a) the cover (030) (refer to paragr. A),
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CLEANING
1. Light cleaning
Remove the cover.
If a clean filtered supply of compressed air is available, do this procedure to easily and quickly
clean the cells : blow with much force across the tops of the cells to remove all dust and the
light traces of mineral salts from the box. To prevent short-circuits, use a rubber tube or an
insulating nozzle.
2. Full cleaning
Disassemble the battery (Refer to "DISASSEMBLY" 1.E.) and then clean all the components.
A. Cells
To easily remove all the electrolyte and mineral salts from the terminals, the covers and
the sides of the cell cases : clean in warm water with a soft brush.
Make sure that the vented filler cap (380) (safety cap) is tight.
Do not soak the cells in water.
Rub the cell with a cloth and let dry.
B. Box
Clean with water, rub with a cloth and let dry.
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E. vented filler caps
(2) Put covers on the cell holes to keep out unwanted material.
(3) Soak the vented filler caps for some time (during the night, for example) in a
container of distilled water (or, if not available, in very clean tap water). Do this to
remove all salts from the vent hole.
NOTE : THE CLEANING OF THE VENTED FILLER CAPS (380) MUST BE DONE
WHEN THE CELLS ARE ASSEMBLED IN THE BOX
(4) Before you put the vented filler caps back into the cells, make sure that they operate
correctly. Do these steps :
(a) Install the vented filler cap (380) with its O-ring (390) on the end of a metal tube
that has a correct end-piece.
(b) Connect this tube to a supply of compressed air through a vented filler cap of
the adjustable reducing type.
(c) Adjust the pressure to 0.5 bar (7.25 psi) and put the vented filler cap into a
container of water. Air bubbles come out if the vented filler cap is in good
condition. If there are no bubbles, increase the pressure until you see bubbles.
Then decrease the pressure slowly to 0.1 bar (1.45 psi) and monitor the
pressure at which the air flow stops.
(d) Reject all vented filler caps that have an operating pressure of more than 0.7 bar
(10 psi) (after the check done before to make sure that the related cap operates
correctly) or less than 0.14 bar (2 psi).
3. Lubrication
When the battery is clean (and after installation of the vented filler caps), put a thin layer of
neutral petrolatum (petrolatum that is not acid) or light oil on the terminals and the links. Use a
paintbrush.
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CHECK
1. Maintenance checks
You must do the checks which are necessary to use the SAFT 447CH7 batteries in flight and
on the ground. But you must also do these maintenance steps during operation :
A. Periodical check
Periodically (at flight hour intervals such that the allowable water consumption is not
exceeded) :
Follow the differents steps indicated Fig 501
Clean the battery (See "CLEANING")
Mesure the voltage Ubat (in open circuit) at the terminal of the battery, if Ubat < 21 V
make a polarization test (refer to "REPAIR" 1 and 2)
Adjust the electrolyte level.
(c) When the battery temperature is +20 °C to +25 °C (+68 °F to +77 °F) (usual
temperature range), charge the battery (Refer to one of the procedures given in
"DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION"2.A.(2) for a fully discharged battery).
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(d) During the last hour of the charge (while the charge current continues to flow),
adjust the level of the electrolyte in the cells. Then measure the voltages of each
cell. Write the quantity of water that is added to each cell. The electrolyte level
changes with the battery charge. Thus you do not get the maximum level until
the battery is fully charged. The level changes as if the plates absorbed a part of
the electrolyte during the discharge and released it during the charge. Thus the
level checks are only satisfactory if they are done almost at the end of the
charge (but during the charge).
Leakage can occur during operation if you do not obey these instructions when
you add liquid. The level is correct when the distance between the seat of the
vented filler cap and the electrolyte is 20 mm (0.79 in) (distance measured in the
conditions given before) (Fig. 502).
(e) If necessary, add distilled or demineralised water to adjust the level to this value.
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P E R IO D IC A L C H E C K 2.A .
C LE A N IN G
R em ove the cover.
light cleaning
ye s
if dust only U > 21V
no
no cell w ith reversed
no
polarity
R E PA IR 1. and 2. yes
salt or electrolyte trace polarisation test
ye s residual discharge
at 20 V
general overhaul
figure 504
recharge
no In s u la tio n c h e c k
IS O LATIO N FA U LT
> 2 MΩ
yes
general overhaul
figure 504
w ith faulty com ponents battery accepted after
replacem ent periodical check
Periodical check
Figure 501
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WARNING : DO NOT USE ACID OR ACIDULATED WATER to adjust the
electrolyte levels in nickel-cadmium cells. A very small quantity of
acid is sufficient to cause permanent damage.
The easiest tool to adjust the level is a plastic syringe tube (equivalent to that
used for medical injections, with a plastic nozzle on the conical end).
The length of the nozzle which goes into the cell must be 20 mm (0.79 in) ; this is
the distance necessary between the seat of the vented filler cap and the
electrolyte (Refer to figure 502).
To adjust the level, keep the shoulder of the syringe nozzle against the seat of
the vented filler cap and pull the plunger up :
20 mm
0.79 In
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If the level is not sufficient, the syringe tube stays empty when you pull the
plunger.
If there is too much liquid, this liquid is removed by the syringe until the level
aligns with the end of the nozzle.
If this check shows that the level is not sufficient in some cells, add distilled water
to these cells. (The syringe is small ; it can thus be necessary to do this step
more than one time for each cell).
The level is correct when only a small quantity of liquid goes into the syringe
when you pull the plunger. To do this check (after water is added to the cell),
keep the shoulder of the syringe nozzle against the seat of the vented filler cap.
(b) Approximately the same quantity of distilled water was added to each cell. This
quantity must be less than 15 cm3 (0.92 in3).
If the quantity of water added to all cells is more than 25 cm3 (0.92 in3) : make sure
that the voltage adjustment in relation to the temperature during the charge is correct.
Also do the electrolyte level check more frequently.
Do a full overhaul of the battery (Refer to paragraph 3 "General overhaul") :
If the quantity of water necessary for one or more cell(s) is much higher or smaller
than for the other cells.
If the voltage of each cell measured at the end of a 4.4 A charge is less than
1.55 V (1.52 V at +35 °C (95 °F)) (Refer to "TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION").
(3) Clean the vented filler caps (380) (Refer to "CLEANING" 2.E.) when you adjust the
electrolyte levels.
(4) Make sure that all the nuts that attach the links are torqued them (see FITS AND
CLEARANCES paragraph 1).
(5) Do an insulation check.The insulation resistance mesured between the block of cells
and the metal box must be at least 2 M under 250 V DC if the battery has not gone
throught a general overhaul, else refer to "CHECK" 3.F.
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B. Regular check
AFTER A MAXIMUM OF ONE YEAR, do this battery test (follow the different steps
indicated fig 503) :
(3) Mesure the voltage in open circuit at the terminal of the battery. If Ubat < 21 V, then
make the polarization test (refer to "REPAIR" 1. and 2.).
(6) Connect a resistor of approximately 1 3W (refer to fig. 903) across each cell and
continue to discharge. Resistors with crocodile clips attached to their leads can be
easily attached to the cell terminals.Let the resistors stay in position for the night.
(7) Remove all resistors, charge the battery (Refer to "DESCRIPTION AND
OPERATION" for a fully discharged battery).
(8) Adjust the electrolyte level in the cells (Refer to paragraph 2.A (1)). Then measure the
voltage of each cell during the last hour of the charge. Also write the quantity of
distilled water added to each cell.
(9) Immediately after the charge and the level adjustment, discharge the battery again at
44 A down to 20 V ; measure the terminal voltage of each cell. Write the time that is
necessary for this second discharge.
(10) Clean the vented filler caps (380) (Refer to "CLEANING" 2.E.) when you adjust the
electrolyte levels.
(11) Make sure that all the nuts that attach the links are torqued (see FITS AND
CLEARANCES paragraph 1)
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R E G U LA R C H E C K 2.B
C LE A N IN G
ligh t clea ning
rem o ve the cover
yes U > 21 V
if dust on ly
no no cell w ith
no reve rse p olarity
R E PA IR 2
po larisation test
salt or ele ctrolyte traces
residu al d isch arg e
at 20 V
ge neral o ve rh aul. no in su lation che ck
figure 50 4
> 2M Ω
salt or ele ctrolyte traces
1 Ω cell shorting
overnight
recharge
no
cell volta ge b efore
en d of charge
U ≥ 1.5 5 V at 4.4 A .
ad justem e nt of
electro lyte level
be fore en d of charg e
3
volum e < 2 5 cm
D isp ersio n < 30%
FA U LT IS O LAT IO N
yes
capacity check
R E PA IR 1. a nd 3. no 44 A ≥ 1 h
sup p le m e ntary test
every cell ≥ 1 V a t 1 h
cha rge
5 h ove rch arg e(1 00 % ) yes
U ≥ 1.5 5 V yes
vent cleaning
discha rge ≥ 1 h (10 0% )
≥ 1 V at 1 h nu t thig htn ess
A S S E M B LY A N D S TO R A G E 1 .B
no
rech arge
ge n era l overh au l
figu re 50 4
w ith fa ulty co m po ne n ts ba ttery a ccepte d after
rem p la cem e nt regu lar check
Regular check
Figure 503
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Results of the above tests :
The battery operates correctly if :
The time necessary for the first discharge (paragraph 2.B (4) is more than 30 minutes,
The time necessary for the second discharge (paragraph 2.B (9)) is not less than
1 hour,
The voltage of each cell measured during the last hour of the charge at 4.4 A is not
less than 1.55 V (1.52 V at +35 °C (95 °F)),
The quantity of water added to each cell is approximately equal to or less than 25 cm3
3
(0.92 in ).
If the first discharge time is less than 30 minutes but the second discharge time is
correct : the battery is in good condition but was not fully charged when removed from
the aircraft.
This condition can be caused by :
An incorrect charge in the aircraft.
And/or a discharge caused by an unusual operation of the battery after landing.
Do a full overhaul of the battery (paragraph 3) if :
The second discharge time is less the correct one or one cell has a voltage of less than
1 V(or incorrect polarity before 1 hour of discharge).
The voltage of each cell measured during the last hour of charge at 4.4 A is less than
1.55 V (1.52 V at +35 °C (95 °F)).
The quantity of water necessary for one or more cell(s) is much higher or smaller than
for the other cells.
NOTE : The consumption of water by a SAFT nickel-cadmium cell is in proportion to
the unwanted charge.
Thus, the consumption must be the same for all the 20 cells in the battery.
The quantity of water necessary for one or more cell(s) (in the same battery) can be much
higher (or smaller) than the other cells. Then there is a defect :
High consumption is usually caused by a leakage.
Low consumption is caused by a damaged separator.
The consumption is incorrect when it is 30 % more or less than the average.
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GENERAL O VERHAUL 3.
R E PA IR 2
po la risation test U > 21 V
no no cell w ith
inverted p olarity
C L E A N IN G
th orou gh clea nin g resid ual d ischarg e
after d isassem bly at 20 V
A S S E M B LY.
recha rge
in sulation resista nce
> 10 M Ω
no cell vo lta ge be fore
en d o f cha rge
U ≥ 1.55 V a t 4 .4 A
FA U LT IS O L AT IO N
ad ju stem ent of
electrolyte level b efo re
en d o f cha rge
3
R E PA IR 1. a nd 3. volum e < 25 cm
if sch ed ule d o verha ul dispe rsion < 3 0%
supp lem e nta ry test yes
charg e yes
5 h ove rch arge
U ≥ 1.55V no capa city che ck
disch arge ≥ 1 h (10 0% ) 44 A ≥ 1 h
U ≥ 1 V at 1 h every cell ≥ 1 V a t 1h
no yes
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3. General overhaul
Follow the different steps indicated in Fig. 504.
This overhaul includes the electrical tests given in paragraph 2.B. It also includes the
disassembly and cleaning procedures to be done systematically for all the battery components.
Do these steps :
Disassemble the battery
Clean the battery
Do a battery inspection
Assemble the batterie
Do an insulation test.
C. Do a battery inspection
(1) Cells
(a) Make sure that the lower terminal nuts are tight (see FITS AND
CLEARANCES 1.)
(2) Box
Make the sides of the box straight and remove the dents.
(5) Connector
Make sure that the connector is in good condition (inner and outer surfaces) ; replace
it if the contacts are burned.
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D. Checking of temperature sensor :
A : 57 °C thermostat
B : 71 °C thermostat
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(This range includes a ±3 °C (±5 °F) precision temperature and ±3 °C (±5 °F) thermostat
precision).
The insulation of each temperature sensor pole in relation to its metal housing must be
superior or equal to 30 M under 250 V continuous.
F. Insulation resistance
After the complete assembly of the the battery, measure the insulation resistance between
the block of cells and the metal box. The value measured must be at least 10 M under
250 V continuous.
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REPAIR
1. Battery condition
Do a polarisation test (Refer to paragraph 2) if you find these defects on the battery (after a
removal that was not scheduled or before regular maintenance) :
The polarity of the cells is incorrect
The battery open voltage is less than 21 V.
Do a supplementary test (Refer to paragraph 3) if you find these defects on the battery
(during regular maintenance or general overhaul) :
The voltages at the end of the charge are too low
The voltage during the charge is too high
The capacity is not sufficient
The water consumption is incorrect.
2. Polarisation test
Charge the battery at 4.4 A for 1.5 hour.
Keep the battery in the "open circuit" condition for 1 hour.
Measure the open voltage of every cell.
If the cell open voltage is 0 V (or opposite), do a supplementary test (refer to paragraph 3).
Then repair.
If each cell has an open voltage that is more than 0 volt, charge the battery (Refer to one of the
procedures given in "DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION", paragraph 2.A (2), for a fully
discharged battery).
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3. Supplementary test before repair
The first test charge can be unsatisfactory if the electrolyte level is too low in some cells (the
level is not adjusted until the end of this charge). If you find defects, do a second test :
Charge the battery (Refer to one of the procedures given in "DESCRIPTION AND
OPERATION", paragraph 2.A (2), for a fully discharged battery). At the end of the total
charge time, continue to charge at 4.4 A for 5 more hours. Regularly write the voltage and
temperature of the cells.
The temperature of the cells that have damaged separators increases very much and
continuously. The voltage of these cells continuously decreases to less than
1.55 V (1.52 Vat +35 °C (95 °F)).
NOTE : When you charge the battery more than necessary, you decrease the life of
the cells.
Adjust the electrolyte level during the last one of the 5 last hours of charge.
Discharge at 44 A down to 20 V.
Cells with a voltage of less than 1.55 V (1.52 V at +35 °C (95 °F)) at the end of the
charge.
Cells with a voltage that decreases to less than 1 V before one hour of discharge
(during the last test discharge).
Short-circuited cells (zero volt).
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ASSEMBLY AND STORAGE
1. Assembly
B. Installation of a cell
Install the discharged cell (370) and make sure its polarity is correct (refer to fig. 701),
Carefully position the cell (370) and push on the terminals with a piece of soft wood.
install the links (290 thru 330),
install the spring washers (410),
install the nuts (400) and torque them (see FITS AND CLEARANCES paragraph 1)
330 290
310 320
B lack Red
Figure 701
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D. Assembly of the battery
install :
the spacers of the liner-spacer kit (120) as one goes along of the assembly,
* Caution, put only the number that is necessary to wedge each cell row and the end
rows) (refer to fig. 1).
the twenty CVH441KHcells (refer to paragr. B),
the complete temperature sensor (340) (refer to paragr. C),
all links (290 to 330) to the cell terminals, the spring washers (410), the nuts (400) and
torque them (see FITS AND CLEARANCES paragraph 1).
Lightly lubricate the terminals and the links with neutral petrolatum or light oil (use a
paintbrush).
Install the cover (030) and attach it.
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2. Storage
Adjust the electrolyte levels (Refer to "CHECK", paragraph 2.A.), then discharge at a
constant current of 44 A down to a terminal voltage of 20 V.
Lightly lubricate these components with neutral petrolatum or light oil: the nuts, the
links, the connector contacts and all the components that can be damaged by
atmospheric corrosion.
Put the battery in its usual vertical position.
B. Storage room
Keep the SAFT 447CH7 batteries and spares in a dry and clean room.
C. Temperature conditions
Keep the batteries at a temperature of -60 °C to +60 °C (-76 °F to +140 °F). But the best
temperature range is between 0 and +30 °C (+32 °F and +86 °F).
D. Packing
The SAFT 447CH7 batteries are usually put in cardboard boxes. For long storage or sea
transportation, we recommend that you put the batteries in a welded plastic container. In
this type of container, the batteries can be kept for 10 years in the best storage conditions.
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E. Transportation
It is important that you move the nickel-cadmium SAFT 447CH7 batteries in the vertical
position. Thus, the containers must be identified with "TOP" and "BOTTOM" marks that
can be read easily.
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FITS AND CLEARANCES
1. Torque Table
Listing of all pertinent torque values needed to assemble and service the battery :
NOTE: The values listed here are “lube torque” values. The threads should be lightly
greased prior to installation and applying torque.
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SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT
1. Special tools
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Figure 901
Polyamide key for vented filler caps made of polyamide
Figure 902
Syringe with nozzle
Figure 903
Equalizing resistor
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Figure 904
Cell removal tool
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2. Materials and different products
DESIGNATION SPECIFICATION
1-OTAN 2-F
3-US 4-UK
Mineral vaseline 1- S.743
2- AIR 3565
3- VLP 236
4- DEF 2333
Grease 1- G.392
3- MIL-G4343
4- DTD 5610
Distilled water
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INTRODUCTION
1. General
The Illustrated Part List (IPL) agrees with the ATA 100 specification.
It is used to identify all the components of the unit.
When the manufacturer's part number has more than 15 characters, an equivalent part
number is given in the "Part Number" column. This note comes before the part number :
ORDER OVERLGTH ...MADE BY V...
The two part numbers are given in the Alphanumeric Index in the logical sequence ; the
part number that is too long is referenced to the equivalent part number. This note comes
before the equivalent part number : "SEE..".
1234567
Assembly
. Detail parts for assembly
. Sub-assembly
. Attaching parts and/or storage for sub-assembly
***
.. Sub-sub-assembly
.. Attaching parts and/or storage parts for sub-assembly
***
... Detail parts for sub-sub-assembly, etc.
This vendor code (or the abbreviation "NP" : non procurable) is shown to the right of the
1st line of the nomenclature.
The usage code is applicable to the figure/item number of the immediately higher
assembly(ies) or sub-assembly(ies) (for example, the applicability 1A, 1B, 1C is written
1ABC).
AR : As required
ATTACHING PARTS
DELETED
DET : Detail
LH and RH : Left and Right
MADE BY
MADE FROM
MATCHED PARTS
MODIFIED FROM
NHA : Next higher assembly
4. Changes
When an item is changed, added or removed, the letter "R" is shown in the right margin (the
date of issue of the page changes).
The letter "R" is shown opposite the page number (in the right margin) when all the item
numbers are changed.
The Detailed Parts List is divided into sections. The page numbers are given independently for
each section.
Numerical Index,
Alphabetical NI/ALPHA 1001 Page 1
Numerical Index
Numerical NI/NUM 1001 Page 1
012374 290 13
015539 300 2
057014 310 3
062007 280 2
062007 400 4
080004 380 1
100078 420 2
100094 270 2
100094 410 4
100430 230 4
100431 240 4
100594 450 2
100693 440 1
100694 430 1
100713 250 1
102148 160 1
102295 040 1
102307 170 4
102392 220 1
102394 130 3
102396 200 2
102397 190 2
102934 180 3
102937 150 6
102938 210 2
105148 140 5
105405 350 2
105593 390 1
113605 050 1
114300 030 1
114724 360 1
114767 330 2
116112 320 1
166309 100 2
166314 110 1
166925 260 1
280068 111 1
410669 340 1
411108 070 1
411424 120 1
412488 060 2
412743 010 1
412744 020 1
413607 080 2
413609 090 2
414470 370 20
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- Item not illustrated
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04 0
03 0
10 0 05 0
33 0 29 0
31 0 32 0
34 0
B la ck R ed
A
32 0 30 0
35 0
33 0 40 0
41 0
40 0
38 0 43 0
41 0
39 0 42 0
45 0
44 0
37 0
13 0 (2 m a x)
14 0 14 0 (1 m a x)
17 0 15 0
17 0 (2 m a x)
14 0
15 0
19 0
20 0 15 0 (1 m a x)
12 0 15 0
21 0 (2 m a x)
17 0
19 0
20 0 14 0
16 0 13 0 (1 m a x)
18 0
A 111
06 0
28 0
27 0 10 0
22 0
09 0
26 0
08 0
24 0 23 0 25 0 36 0 07 0 110
Fig. 1
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