13
Battery Charging
The
Sara 3000
incorporates a battery discharge
indicator, situated on the rear of the battery/
electronics compartment (see inset to Fig. 1) .
It is recommended that the battery is removed from
the equipment and charged when the battery
dischage indicator displays three filled segments
and buzzer beeps once every 10 seconds, but lifting
is possible until the display shows one filled
segment and buzzer beeps continuously, at this point
the battery must be charged as soon as possible
Recharging the battery pack before it reaches a low
state of battery charge or certainly totally discharged
will prolong its life.
To ensure the
Sara 3000
is always ready for use, it
is recommended that a freshly charged battery pack
is always available. This is achieved by having
additional battery packs available and keeping one
on charge while the other is in use.
A battery that is charged for the first time, or after a
long storage period, must be charged until the
charger indicates full charge.
It may be considered good protocol to have a freshly
charged battery ready for the start of every work
shift.
The battery life is variable (2-5 years) and mainly
depending on proper charging practicies
To extend the battery life, the battery must be
charged at regular intervals until the charger
indicates full charge.
When disposing of batteries, contact the appropriate
local authority for advice.
The abbreviation ‘Pb’ shown adjacent to the
recycling and trash bin symbols on the battery pack
label is the element symbol for lead, and indicates
that the battery contains lead and therefore should
not be disposed of in the normal manner but must be
recycled.
Place the battery pack on charge as follows
:
When the battery discharge indicator displays 3
filled segments, complete your lift cycle then take
the
Sara 3000
to a convenient situation and remove
the battery pack by holding the grip handle on the
top and lift clear (see Fig 19).
Take the battery to the battery charger unit.
How to charge the battery
See Battery Charger IFU 001-24257.
A discharged battery shall be left to charge until the
charger indicates full charge.
.
Warning:
Do not crush, puncture,
open, dismantle or otherwise mech-
anically interfere with batteries.
Should the battery casing become
cracked, and electrolyte come into
contact with skin or clothing, wash
immediately with water.
If the electrolyte contacts the eyes, wash
immediately with copious amounts of
water, and seek medical attention.
No smoking or naked flames in battery
vicinity.
Do not charge batteries in a sealed
container.
Do not place batteries near, or dispose of,
in a fire.
Do not short circuit a battery.
Do not store batteries at temperatures in
excess of 60°C (140°F).
Fig. 19
Warning:
Hold the pack firmly when
taking it out and putting it back into the
Sara 3000
or with the battery charger, to
ensure it does not drop and become
damaged, or cause personal injury.
