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Battery Interrupt Igniter (N253) Usage and Safety Information






Battery Interrupt Igniter (N253) Usage and Safety Information


Testing, assembly, and repairs may only be performed by trained personnel.

To avoid accidentally triggering a separation when working on the battery or Battery Interrupt Igniter N253, negative pole terminal must first be disconnected, refer to => [ Disconnecting and Connecting Batteries In Luggage Compartment ] Disconnecting and Connecting Batteries In Luggage Compartment.

Before touching Battery Interrupt Igniter N253, technician must discharge electrostatically. This is accomplished by touching grounded metal like, for example, water pipes, heating pipes or metal carriers.

Repairs must not be made on the Battery Interrupt Igniter N253 and corresponding wire connection.

The parts must be replaced if damaged.

The Battery Interrupt Igniter N253 should be installed immediately after removing from the transport container.

If work is interrupted, the Battery Interrupt Igniter N253 should be placed back inside the transport container.

The Battery Interrupt Igniter N253 must not be left unattended.

Battery Interrupt Igniters N253 that have fallen on a hard surface or show signs of damage must not be installed.

Storage and transport are subject to laws for explosive substances.