Hey everyone, so I recently found out that my new APC Lithium batteries were left outside in the rain for a whole month! I had emailed about getting them stored in a dry place, but it seems that my message got misunderstood. Now I'm left wondering if plugging them in is safe, especially since I'm afraid they could explode and cause a disaster at my facility. Has anyone dealt with a similar situation? Is there a process for returning these if they're damaged by water? Just to note, I'm looking at around $10k in UPS units here.
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Man, sounds like a nightmare! It's crazy how packages can just get dumped in random places. I had the same issue with an expensive delivery once – it got lost for weeks. So frustrating! But yeah, I’d inspect those batteries closely before trying them out. Best to be safe.
Just to add, don't forget about the control electronics in your units. They might be more vulnerable to water damage than the batteries themselves. It’s worth checking those out before doing anything else.
I feel your pain! If they were out in the rain, definitely document everything and check for moisture inside the packaging. If it looks dry and doesn’t smell burnt, you might be okay. But if there's damage after accepting the delivery, getting a refund could be tough.
Lithium batteries are built to be sealed units, so unless there’s visible damage or a burn mark, they’re likely fine. However, I suggest reaching out to the manufacturer for advice before you go testing them.
It’s possible that the plastic wrap kept your batteries dry enough. If you don’t see any visible water or damage on them, you might consider trying to charge one and see if it works. Just be cautious!
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