Battery Regulations

For battery installation always follow local and national regulations that apply in your local area. For example:

ZVEI publication "Instructions for the Safe Handling of Electrolyte for Lead-acid Accumulators."
ZVEI publication "Safety Data Sheet on Accumulator Acid (Diluted Sulfuric Acid)."
VDE 0510 Part 2: 2001-12, in accordance with EN 50272-2:2001: "Safety Requirements for Secondary Batteries and Battery Installations - Part 2: Stationary Batteries".
IEEE Standard 450-2002: "Recommended Practice for Maintenance, Testing and Replacement of Vented Lead Acid Batteries for Stationary Application."
IEEE Standard 1188-2005: “Recommended Practice for Maintenance, Testing and Replacement of Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries for Stationary Application."
IEEE Standard 1375-1998: "Guide for Protection of Stationary Battery Systems

For further information refer to the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of the batteries for instructions on installation, maintenance, and operation of the batteries.