1 Scope
This part of the IEC 62485 applies to stationary secondary batteries and battery installations with a maximum voltage of DC 1 500 V (nominal) and describes the principal measures for protections against hazards generated from:
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— electricity,
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— gas emission,
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— electrolyte.
This International Standard provides requirements on safety aspects associated with the erection, use, inspection, maintenance and disposal.
It covers lead-acid and NiCd / NiMH batteries.
Examples for the main applications are:
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— telecommunications,
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— power station operation,
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— central emergency lighting and alarm systems,
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— uninterruptible power supplies,
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— stationary engine starting,
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— photovoltaic systems.