When the battery comprises lead acid Planté cells, a battery room is provided to accommodate the 48 V DC battery and battery maintenance equipment. The cable distribution frames located in the PABX room include the Network Operator"s Distribution Frame (NODF), the User Distribution Frame (UDF) and the Test Jack Frame (TJF).
How should a battery room be designed?
Battery rooms shall be designed with an adequate exhaust system which provides for continuous ventilation of the battery room to prohibit the build-up of potentially explosive hydrogen gas. During normal operations, off gassing of the batteries is relatively small.
What is a battery room in a substation?
The battery room in a substation is where the batteries are stored. The room is typically located near the substation control room. The room should be large enough to accommodate all of the batteries and have enough space for maintenance work to be performed. The room should also have good ventilation to protect the batteries from overheating.
Where should a battery room be located?
The battery room shall be located in a way that provides access for lifting equipment to be used during initial installation and future maintenance operations. The location shall be as free from vibration as practical.
What is a battery room?
Battery rooms are well ventilated and dry, with wall and ceiling finishes durable and free from flaking and corrosion. They are generally treated with an acid-resistant paint. This also applies to any metalwork within the room. Floor finishes are generally antistatic. They are laid level beneath batteries and access areas.
Battery rooms should not be used as storerooms, particularly for storing combustible or flammable materials. Battery rooms and the workplaces should always be kept clean, tidy and dry. Rubbish and waste produced should be removed regularly. Personal belongings of the workers should be kept in lockers instead of being scattered around the workplace.
How does a battery room work?
Elsewhere they slope to a drain constructed of acid-resistant materials and/or have a retaining sill across internal door sills. The battery room can conveniently house all the maintenance equipment, protective clothing and services. A water tap and porcelain sink is provided in each battery room.