SOTOX A™ MOBILE ANALY ZER | USER GUIDE
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2. GET TING STARTED
2.6
Power connection
The SoToxa™ Mobile Analyzer can be powered from a power outlet or by its internal batteries.
To connect the analyzer to the power outlet:
Step 1: Insert the AC power cable into the power supply unit.
Step 2: Connect the power supply unit to the power supply connector, located at the top of the analyzer.
Step 3: Connect to the corresponding AC power socket.
Step 4: Turn on the analyzer by pressing the power button.
Step 5: If a power outlet is connected when the analyzer is running from batteries, the analyzer will switch to the outlet as a power source. When the
analyzer is connected to a power outlet the power connected symbol will be displayed in the status bar:
Do not use cables or power supply units that are damaged as there may be risk of electric shock.
If the analyzer battery requires charging, the battery charging symbol will be displayed when the analyzer is connected to the power
outlet.
2.7
Battery power
The SoToxa™ Mobile Analyzer will automatically operate from battery when turned on if not connected to a power outlet. If outlet power is
lost or interrupted, the analyzer will switch to battery power automatically. To switch to battery power when in use, simply disconnect the
analyzer from the power outlet.
When running the analyzer on battery power, the battery charge level is displayed by the battery status symbol within the status bar as shown below:
The number of tests that the analyzer can perform from one full battery charge will vary depending on the type of SoToxa™ Test Cartridge that is
being used, the environmental conditions, the age of the analyzer, whether results are printed and whether the questionnaire function is being used.
If the battery level reaches critically low level the screen will display a nearly empty battery symbol with the final bar red. The battery symbol
in the status bar will have a red outline. The screen will appear for a few seconds before the analyzer turns off.
See the following section 2.8 Charging the analyzer., for how to charge the Analyzer when the batteries are low.
2.8
Charging the analyzer
The SoToxa™ Mobile Analyzer is supplied with a partially charged battery which is secured within the analyzer. To charge the battery, connect
the analyzer to an electrical outlet as follows:
Step 1: Insert the AC power cable into the power supply unit.
Step 2: Connect the power supply unit to the power supply connector port located at the top of the analyzer.
Step 3: Connect to the corresponding AC power socket.
Upon connecting the power outlet the charging status light above the display will illuminate. A red light means the battery is charging, a green
light indicates the battery is fully charged.
The charging status light will only be illuminated when connected to an electrical outlet.
In order to ensure maximum battery life, charge the analyzer battery for a minimum of 5 hours before running the analyzer on
battery power.
It is recommended to charge the printer every time the analyzer is charged; if the SoToxa™ Mobile Test System is in storage, the analyzer and
printer should be charged every 2-3 months to ensure the batteries remain in good condition.
