Receiving the Measurement Rack

When the measurement rack shipping crate arrives at the facility, store the crate indoors in an area that meets environmental conditions listed in the BTS-16101 Battery Test System Measurement Rack Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information document.

Ensure the facility can accommodate the shipping crate, which has the following dimensions and maximum weight.

Figure 13. Shipping Crate Dimensions

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The crate and contents have a maximum weight of 308.9 kg (681 lb) . A suitable lifting apparatus, such as a pallet jack, is recommended for transporting the shipping crate around the facility.

If the facility cannot accommodate the shipping crate, unpack the shipping crate and move the measurement rack using its mounted casters.

Inspecting the Shipment

Notice Do not discard any parts or packaging until you complete the Battery Test System bring-up and setup process. Do not reject the Battery Test System shipment.
  1. Before you open the crate, inspect the tilt sensors on the sides of the crate.
Note A red sensor indicates that the sensor was activated during delivery.
Figure 14. Battery Test System Shipping Crate Sensors

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  1. Tilt Sensor Sticker
  2. Tilt Sensor
  1. Inspect the crate for any damage.
  2. Review the packing list attached to the crate.
  3. Accept the shipment.
Contact NI if the tilt sensor on the crate is activated or the crate is damaged.

Unpacking the Shipping Crate

Ensure you have the following equipment before unpacking the shipping crate:
  • Large size flathead screwdriver
  • Scissors, knife, or box cutter

Complete the following steps to remove the measurement rack from the shipping crate.

Note Do not discard any parts or packaging until you complete the system bring-up and setup process.
Figure 15. Shipping Crate Assembly

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  1. Ramp Assembly
  2. Removable Plywood Fitment
  3. Accessory/Documentation Compartment
  4. Top Panel
  5. Side Panel (x3)
  6. Clamp (x22)
  7. Tilt Sensor (x2)
  8. Base Assembly
Caution Deploying the rack from the shipping crate requires moving it in a back-to-front direction. Never stand directly in front of the rack when loading or unloading from a shipping carton.
Attention Le déploiement du rack à partir de la caisse d'expédition nécessite de le déplacer de l'arrière vers l'avant. Ne jamais se tenir directement devant le rack lors de son chargement dans son emballage d'expédition ou lors de son déchargement.
  1. Remove the clamps securing the front panel using a flathead screwdriver.
  2. Lower the top of the front panel onto the base of the shipping crate to form a ramp.
  3. Verify the crate ramp is secure.
  4. Remove all accessories and documentation from the top accessory/documentation compartment of the shipping crate.
  5. Inspect the accessories for any physical damage.
  6. Remove the foam padding securing the measurement rack.
  7. Remove the plywood fitment located at the bottom of the crate.
  8. Slowly roll the measurement rack out of the crate and down the ramp using the green, horizontal straps.
  9. Cut and remove the polyester straps from the measurement rack.
  10. Open and remove the poly antistatic bag from the measurement rack.
  11. Inspect the measurement rack for any physical damage.
    Note Contact NI if the measurement rack is physically damaged, any additional materials or boxes are physically damaged, or the contents of the shipping crate do not match the sales agreement or packing list.